Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUpper Ditchford medieval settlement

Upper Ditchford medieval settlement

England
List entry 1018137
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Upper Ditchford is a medieval settlement in Gloucestershire, England, designated as a scheduled ancient monument. The settlement comprises the remains of a nucleated village with associated field systems, representing occupation and land use patterns typical of the medieval period. Archaeological evidence and earthwork survey have documented the layout of former buildings and agricultural infrastructure characteristic of medieval rural settlement in the region. The site contributes to understanding the development and organization of medieval communities in the Cotswolds and the processes of settlement formation during the High and Late Medieval periods.

Upper Ditchford medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018137. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Upper Ditchford medieval settlement?

Upper Ditchford is a medieval settlement in Gloucestershire, England, designated as a scheduled ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018137.

Who is responsible for protecting Upper Ditchford medieval settlement?

Upper Ditchford 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 1018137.

What other scheduled monuments are near Upper Ditchford medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ganborough long barrow (8.3 km), Round barrow in Hull Plantations East (8.7 km), Hull Plantations round barrows (8.7 km).

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