Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm

Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm

England
List entry 1020579
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wildthorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located south of Leylands Farm in Yorkshire, England. The settlement comprises the earthwork remains of a nucleated village typical of the medieval period, with visible traces of former house platforms, boundary banks, and field systems that indicate organised settlement patterns. The site dates to the medieval period, though the precise dating of its establishment and desertion requires further archaeological investigation. Such sites represent important evidence for understanding medieval rural settlement patterns, land use, and the demographic changes that led to village abandonment during the late medieval period.

Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020579. View the official record →

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What is Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm?

Wildthorpe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located south of Leylands Farm in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020579.

Who is responsible for protecting Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm?

Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands 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 1020579.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British enclosure and earthworks in Pot Ridings Wood (1.8 km), Conisbrough Castle (2.3 km), Castle Hills motte and bailey castle, Mexborough (3 km).

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