Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMilling House, West Farm

Milling House, West Farm

England
List entry 1002396
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Milling House at West Farm is a historic building located in Dorset. The structure dates from the medieval or early post-medieval period and represents the functional agricultural and milling infrastructure characteristic of English rural settlement. The building's designation as a listed monument reflects its archaeological and historical significance within the landscape of Dorset's farming heritage. Its survival provides evidence of the working practices and material culture associated with grain processing and farm management during this period of English history.

Milling House, West Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002396. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Milling House, West Farm?

Milling House at West Farm is a historic building located in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002396.

Who is responsible for protecting Milling House, West Farm?

Milling House, West Farm 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 1002396.

What other scheduled monuments are near Milling House, West Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 570m south east of Heatherdown (7.8 km), Bell barrow in Millicent's Plantation (8 km), Bowl barrow on Affpuddle Heath, 650m south east of Wood Barn (8.4 km).

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