Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
MM215
Name
Area of Deserted Medieval Settlement, Skenfrith
Date of Designation
15/08/1994
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Monmouthshire
Community
Llangattock-Vibon-Avel
Easting
345431
Northing
220305
Broad Class
Domestic
Site Type
Deserted Medieval Village
Period
Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument comprises the remains of earthworks, platforms and building footings, representing a deserted village, of probable medieval date. The village was associated with the castle and village of Skenfrith. Excavations revealed early timber buildings built over by later stone buildings of 13th to 14th century date. The monument lies in two adjacent pasture fields, one on either side of the village street.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of medieval settlement. The monument forms an important element within the wider medieval context and the scheduled area may be expected to contain a wide range of archaeological information, including chronological detail and evidence in regard to construction techniques and agricultural methods.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.