Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
GM307
Name
Deserted Medieval Village North East of Rock Farm
Date of Designation
27/06/1967
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Vale of Glamorgan
Community
St. Athan
Easting
302069
Northing
168154
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. A trackway c. 6m wide runs east-west across the site, with at least 5 house platforms situated close to the trackway.
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.