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Swaythorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the remains of a nucleated settlement that developed during the medieval period, with evidence of occupation spanning several centuries. Archaeological investigation and earthwork survey have revealed the characteristic ridge-and-furrow field systems and settlement structures typical of medieval villages in northern England, providing insight into the organisation and abandonment patterns of rural communities. The site is protected as a scheduled monument due to its archaeological importance and its capacity to yield information about medieval settlement patterns and agrarian practices in the region.
Swaythorpe medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017067. View the official record →
Swaythorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017067.
Swaythorpe medieval settlement 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 1017067.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Square barrow cemetery, 670m north west of Creyke Farm (4.3 km), Gallows Hill round barrow (5.3 km), Medieval settlement of Pockthorpe at Pockthorpe Hall (5.7 km).
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