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Richardson medieval settlement

England
List entry 1019188
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Richardson medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Wiltshire, England. The settlement represents a characteristic example of medieval rural habitation in the county, with archaeological evidence indicating occupation during the medieval period. The site contains the remains of domestic structures and associated features typical of a small agrarian community, preserving evidence of the settlement pattern and land use practices of medieval Wiltshire. Like many comparable deserted medieval villages across southern England, Richardson was likely abandoned during the late medieval or early modern period, with its physical traces now visible principally through earthwork remains and archaeological investigation.

Richardson medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019188. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Richardson medieval settlement?

Richardson medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019188.

Who is responsible for protecting Richardson medieval settlement?

Richardson medieval settlement 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 1019188.

What other scheduled monuments are near Richardson medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pair of bowl barrows 150m north of the Wansdyke on All Cannings Down (9.3 km), Bell barrow 75m west of Red Shore (9.5 km), Bowl barrow 1km west of Tan Hill (9.5 km).

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