Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of medieval village

Site of medieval village

England
List entry 1005324
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Site of medieval village is a scheduled ancient monument in Herefordshire comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement dating to the medieval period. The site preserves the physical traces of domestic occupation and settlement patterns characteristic of the medieval era, visible as earthworks across the landscape. Such village sites are important archaeological resources for understanding the organisation, layout and development of rural communities during the medieval centuries. The preservation of these earthwork remains allows scholars to study settlement desertion and landscape change across England's rural hinterland.

Site of medieval village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005324. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of medieval village?

Site of medieval village is a scheduled ancient monument in Herefordshire comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005324.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of medieval village?

Site of medieval village 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 1005324.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of medieval village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dinedor Camp (1 km), Standing cross in St Cuthbert's churchyard (4 km), Moated site, Trilloes Court Wood (4.5 km).

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