Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThomley deserted medieval village

Thomley deserted medieval village

England
List entry 1006295
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Thomley is a deserted medieval village in Oxfordshire, England, whose remains survive as earthworks and archaeological deposits. The site represents settlement activity characteristic of the medieval period, with physical evidence of former habitation preserved in the landscape. The deserted village stands as testimony to the processes of rural depopulation and settlement shift that affected many English communities during and after the medieval era. Archaeological investigation and field survey have documented the site's spatial layout and material culture, contributing to understanding of medieval village organisation and decline in the region.

Thomley deserted medieval village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006295. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Thomley deserted medieval village?

Thomley is a deserted medieval village in Oxfordshire, England, whose remains survive as earthworks and archaeological deposits. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006295.

Who is responsible for protecting Thomley deserted medieval village?

Thomley deserted 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 1006295.

What other scheduled monuments are near Thomley deserted medieval village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ickford Bridge See also BUCKINGHAMSHIRE 7 (3.3 km), Ickford Bridge See also OXFORDSHIRE 227 (3.3 km), Moated site of Holton House and its associated ice house (4.1 km).

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