Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTowthorpe medieval settlement

Towthorpe medieval settlement

England
List entry 1016932
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Towthorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the remains of a nucleated settlement that was inhabited during the medieval period, with archaeological and documentary evidence indicating occupation from at least the 12th century onwards. The settlement was eventually abandoned, leaving behind earthwork features including house platforms, field systems, and trackways that are characteristic of deserted medieval villages. Such sites are significant for understanding the economic, social, and settlement patterns of medieval rural England, providing evidence of agricultural organisation and domestic life during the period.

Towthorpe medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016932. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Towthorpe medieval settlement?

Towthorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016932.

Who is responsible for protecting Towthorpe medieval settlement?

Towthorpe 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 1016932.

What other scheduled monuments are near Towthorpe medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 450m north east of Blanch Farm (9.2 km), Bowl barrow 610m east of Blanch Farm (9.5 km), Bowl barrow 500m east of Blanch Farm (9.6 km).

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