Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury

Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury

England
List entry 1006083
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval town boundary of Tutbury is a series of three sections of earthwork located to the south and west of the settlement in Staffordshire. These linear features, comprising banks and associated ditches, date from the medieval period and represent the formal demarcation of the town's limits, reflecting its planned urban development and administrative organisation. The survival of these boundary earthworks provides evidence of Tutbury's medieval extent and the topographical controls that defined the historic townscape. Such boundary features are characteristic of established medieval towns and assist in understanding settlement patterns and land management practices during this period.

Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006083. View the official record →

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What is Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury?

The medieval town boundary of Tutbury is a series of three sections of earthwork located to the south and west of the settlement in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006083.

Who is responsible for protecting Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury?

Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury 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 1006083.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three sections of medieval town boundary located to the south and west of Tutbury?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tutbury Castle (0.7 km), Anglo-Scandinavian cross, St Mary's churchyard (2.6 km), Woodend moated site (3.7 km).

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