Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village

Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village

England
List entry 1002898
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Site of the medieval village of Astwick is a deserted medieval settlement in Northamptonshire, England, situated approximately 1,500 yards southwest of Evenley village. The site comprises earthwork remains indicative of medieval occupation, including ridge and furrow field systems and settlement features characteristic of a nucleated village settlement typical of the period. The moated site located within or adjacent to the broader settlement complex represents a substantial medieval residential enclosure, suggesting occupation by persons of some social standing during the medieval period. The monument is recorded as a protected archaeological site in recognition of its importance to understanding the settlement patterns and social history of medieval Northamptonshire.

Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002898. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village?

Site of the medieval village of Astwick is a deserted medieval settlement in Northamptonshire, England, situated approximately 1,500 yards southwest of Evenley village. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002898.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village?

Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley 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 1002898.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of the medieval village of Astwick and the moated site 1500yds (1370m) SW of Evenley village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman settlement 600m north east of Rowler (2.3 km), Brackley motte and bailey castle (2.6 km), Tusmore medieval settlement (3.5 km).

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