Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham

Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham

England
List entry 1434272
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham is a designated heritage site in Lincolnshire comprising archaeological evidence of medieval occupation and settlement activity. The site preserves earthworks and subsurface deposits indicative of a rural medieval community, likely spanning the medieval period from roughly the twelfth century onwards. Such settlements, whether eventually deserted or developed into later villages, provide valuable archaeological evidence of medieval agrarian life, land use patterns, and changes in settlement distribution across the English countryside. The monument's designation reflects its importance for understanding the development and organization of medieval Lincolnshire's rural landscape and economy.

Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1434272. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham?

Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham is a designated heritage site in Lincolnshire comprising archaeological evidence of medieval occupation and settlement activity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1434272.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham?

Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham 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 1434272.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of the Medieval Settlement of East Wykeham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 420m ESE of South Walk Farm (3.8 km), Bowl barrow in Tongue Piece Holt (3.9 km), Bowl barrow 730m SSE of South Walk Farm (4.3 km).

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