Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor

Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor

England
List entry 1017759
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England
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History & significance

Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor, is a deserted settlement monument in Northumberland dating to the medieval period. The site comprises the earthwork remains of two distinct hamlets, indicating a pattern of dispersed settlement typical of the medieval English landscape, alongside surviving ridge and furrow cultivation patterns that demonstrate the agricultural infrastructure supporting these communities. The monuments preserve evidence of rural depopulation processes that affected many upland settlements, particularly during the late medieval period when economic and social changes led to the abandonment of marginal agricultural holdings. The survival of both the settlement earthworks and associated field systems makes this site valuable for understanding medieval land use, settlement patterns, and the relationship between habitation and agriculture in the Northumberland uplands.

Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017759. View the official record →

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What is Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor?

Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor, is a deserted settlement monument in Northumberland dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017759.

Who is responsible for protecting Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor?

Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor 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 1017759.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two deserted medieval hamlets and part of an associated field system, 830m east of Shillmoor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope (7 km), Romano-Celtic shrine 540m ESE of South Yardhope (7.8 km), Round cairn, 700m north-east of Daw's Hill (8.2 km).

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