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Risby is a scheduled ancient monument in Yorkshire comprising the remains of a medieval settlement, a Jacobean-period hall, and associated formal gardens. The site preserves evidence of occupation spanning from the medieval period through to the early modern era, with the hall representing a significant example of Jacobean domestic architecture and its accompanying gardens reflecting the horticultural preferences of that period. The archaeological remains of the medieval settlement beneath and around the hall demonstrate the continuity and evolution of habitation at this location over several centuries. The monument is designated for its archaeological interest and its contribution to understanding both medieval settlement patterns and early modern elite domestic life in the Yorkshire landscape.
Risby Jacobean gardens, hall and medieval settlement remains is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018600. View the official record →
Risby is a scheduled ancient monument in Yorkshire comprising the remains of a medieval settlement, a Jacobean-period hall, and associated formal gardens. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018600.
Risby Jacobean gardens, hall and medieval settlement remains 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 1018600.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including 'Cellar Heads' moated site and related ridge and furrow earthworks at Risby Park, 700m north west of Risby Park Farm (0.6 km), Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite, 350m west of Butt Farm (2.2 km), Beverley sanctuary limit stone, Bentley cross (2.4 km).
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