Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court

Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court

England
List entry 1005289
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Sheriff's Naunton is a deserted medieval village located northeast of Naunton Court in Worcestershire. The site represents settlement abandonment typical of the late medieval period, when economic and social upheaval led to the depopulation of numerous rural communities across England. Archaeological and documentary evidence indicates occupation during the medieval centuries, with abandonment occurring during the later medieval phase. The village's earthworks and landscape features preserve evidence of its former layout and occupation, making it significant for understanding patterns of medieval settlement and desertion in the region.

Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005289. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court?

Sheriff's Naunton is a deserted medieval village located northeast of Naunton Court in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005289.

Who is responsible for protecting Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court?

Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court 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 1005289.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sheriff's Naunton deserted village NE of Naunton Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Village cross at junction of Worcester Road and Church Street (4.9 km), Settlement site SE of Wyre Piddle (5.7 km), Double ditched enclosure NE of Wick village (6 km).

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