Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington.

Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington.

England
List entry 1013277
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement is a deserted medieval village site located in Chellington, Bedfordshire. The settlement shows evidence of occupation during the medieval period, with archaeological investigation revealing the characteristic earthworks and field systems associated with nucleated village settlement before its eventual desertion. The site's name derives from the identification of three distinct focal points of settlement activity within the broader landscape. The earthworks remain visible as ridge and furrow cultivation patterns and settlement platforms that document the medieval agricultural and domestic organisation of this Bedfordshire community.

Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013277. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington.?

Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement is a deserted medieval village site located in Chellington, Bedfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013277.

Who is responsible for protecting Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington.?

Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington. 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 1013277.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tri-Focal Abandoned Medieval Settlement, Chellington.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stevington village cross (3.8 km), Turvey Bridge (4.9 km), Oakley Bridge (5.4 km).

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