Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWaitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel

Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel

England
List entry 1017866
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Waitby medieval village is a scheduled ancient monument in Westmorland comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement alongside its associated open field system. The site dates to the medieval period and preserves ridge and furrow cultivation patterns that indicate the agricultural organization of the community. The settlement included a chapel, the location of which is also documented as part of the monument designation. The earthworks represent a significant survival of medieval rural settlement and land use practices characteristic of northern English upland parishes, providing archaeological evidence of medieval farming and social organization that would otherwise remain invisible.

Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017866. View the official record →

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What is Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel?

Waitby medieval village is a scheduled ancient monument in Westmorland comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement alongside its associated open field system. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017866.

Who is responsible for protecting Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel?

Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel 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 1017866.

What other scheduled monuments are near Waitby medieval village, part of associated open field system, and site of an associated chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 1/4 mile (400m) N of Wharton Hall (2.7 km), Lynchets WNW of Wharton Hall (2.7 km), Wharton Hall, gatehouse, banqueting hall and kitchen (3 km).

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