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Swainby medieval settlement is a Premonstratensian monastic complex located immediately east of Swainby Grove in Yorkshire. The site comprises the remains of an abbey, associated grange buildings, and an organised field system that reflects the agricultural infrastructure developed by the Premonstratensian canons regular. The settlement dates to the medieval period, with the Premonstratensian order establishing monastic houses from the twelfth century onwards. The physical evidence of earthworks and field patterns at Swainby demonstrates the characteristic land management practices of this religious community, whose houses were typically founded in rural locations to facilitate agricultural productivity and economic self-sufficiency.
Swainby medieval settlement, Premonstratensian abbey, grange and field system, immediately east of Swainby Grove is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021137. View the official record →
Swainby medieval settlement is a Premonstratensian monastic complex located immediately east of Swainby Grove in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021137.
Swainby medieval settlement, Premonstratensian abbey, grange and field system, immediately east of Swainby Grove 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 1021137.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Money Hill motte and bailey castle (2.1 km), Healam Bridge Roman fort and vicus (2.4 km), Round barrow 250m north east of Comer Lodge (4.2 km).
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