Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church

Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church

England
List entry 1017486
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The site of King Athelstan's Palace is a scheduled ancient monument located immediately north of the church at Yeavering in Northumberland (the reference appears to relate to a Yorkshire entry, though Yeavering is in Northumberland). The site represents the remains of a royal Anglo-Saxon settlement of significant historical importance, associated with the tenth-century reign of King Athelstan. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural evidence of high-status occupation consistent with a royal residence, though the precise architectural character and extent of the palace complex remain subjects of scholarly study. The monument represents an important phase in the development of Anglo-Saxon royal administration and settlement patterns during the early medieval period.

Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017486. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church?

The site of King Athelstan's Palace is a scheduled ancient monument located immediately north of the church at Yeavering in Northumberland (the reference appears to relate to a Yorkshire entry, though Yeavering is in Northumberland). It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017486.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church?

Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church 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 1017486.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Steeton Hall medieval magnate's residence and manorial centre (2.2 km), Saxton Castle: a motte and bailey castle with a later medieval manor house and field system including a trackway and fishpond (3.3 km), Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks (3.9 km).

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