Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWest Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm

West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm

England
List entry 1018138
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England
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Overview

History & significance

West Mudford medieval settlement is a scheduled ancient monument located approximately 500 metres south-west of West Mudford Farm in Somerset. The site comprises the remains of a medieval village that developed during the medieval period, evidenced by earthworks and archaeological features preserved in the landscape. The settlement represents an important example of medieval rural settlement patterns in the region, demonstrating the distribution and organisation of communities during this period. The monument's survival as earthworks provides valuable evidence for understanding medieval land use and habitation in Somerset.

West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018138. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm?

West Mudford medieval settlement is a scheduled ancient monument located approximately 500 metres south-west of West Mudford Farm in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018138.

Who is responsible for protecting West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm?

West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm 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 1018138.

What other scheduled monuments are near West Mudford medieval settlement, 500m south west of West Mudford Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Hinton Farm (1.1 km), Deserted medieval village of Nether Adber (2.6 km), Roman settlement remains immediately south of Westland Road (4.6 km).

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