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Wretchwick is a deserted medieval settlement located in Oxfordshire, England, designated as a scheduled monument. The settlement comprises the earthwork remains of a medieval village, preserving ridge-and-furrow field systems and the structural outlines of former dwellings and associated buildings. The site dates to the medieval period, with evidence suggesting occupation and agricultural use spanning several centuries before its eventual desertion. These earthwork remains provide valuable archaeological evidence of rural settlement patterns and land management practices characteristic of medieval England.
Wretchwick deserted medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015549. View the official record →
Wretchwick is a deserted medieval settlement located in Oxfordshire, England, designated as a scheduled monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015549.
Wretchwick deserted 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 1015549.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ambrosden churchyard cross (2 km), Alchester Roman parade ground, access road and marching camp (2.1 km), Alchester Roman site (2.6 km).
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