Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval village of Lazenby

Medieval village of Lazenby

England
List entry 1018950
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lazenby is a deserted medieval village located in North Yorkshire. The settlement represents a typical example of medieval rural habitation in the region, with earthwork remains that preserve evidence of former dwelling platforms, field systems, and the structural layout of the community. The village was abandoned during the medieval period, a pattern shared by numerous settlements across northern England following economic and social changes. The surviving archaeological features provide valuable documentation of medieval village organisation and settlement patterns in Yorkshire.

Medieval village of Lazenby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018950. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval village of Lazenby?

Lazenby is a deserted medieval village located in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018950.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval village of Lazenby?

Medieval village of Lazenby is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1018950.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval village of Lazenby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site immediately south of Danby Wiske church (0.5 km), Howe Hill motte castle (3.7 km), Birkby medieval settlement and associated field system, moated site and fishponds (3.7 km).

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