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Norsey Wood is a multi-period archaeological site located in Essex, England, which reveals evidence of human activity spanning several distinct historical phases. The site contains remains dating from the Iron Age through to the medieval period, demonstrating continuity of occupation or use across more than a thousand years. Physical features include prehistoric earthworks and field systems alongside later medieval structures, reflecting changing patterns of settlement and land use. The combination of periods represented at Norsey Wood provides valuable evidence for understanding long-term landscape development and human adaptation in the Essex region.
Multi-period site at Norsey Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019485. View the official record →
Norsey Wood is a multi-period archaeological site located in Essex, England, which reveals evidence of human activity spanning several distinct historical phases. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019485.
Multi-period site at Norsey Wood 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 1019485.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chitham's Farm moated site (2 km), Moated site immediately east of Heron Hall (5.9 km), Moated site and fishponds at Botelers (6.5 km).
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