Archaeological sites · North East England
Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds
In or near Horsley.
Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds — archaeological site in Horsley, Northumberland, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Prudhoe · 4.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds is a place of interest in the Scottish Lowlands. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Hexham parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Prudhoe, about 4.7 km away. Postcode area NE18.
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Place summary
Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands, within the parish of Horsley (postcode NE18). This site is designated as a scheduled monument, reflecting its historical significance and preservation status.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0018, -1.9026
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Horsley
- Postcode
- NE18 0LJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hexham
- Nearest railway station
- Prudhoe — 4.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17674901 (CC0)
- commons: Deserted Medieval Village of Welton - geograph.org.uk - 3397648.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds?
- Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE18 0LJ), in the parish of Horsley.
- What is Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds?
- Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds — archaeological site in Horsley, Northumberland, England, UK.
- How do I get to Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds?
- The nearest railway station is Prudhoe, about 4.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE18 0LJ.
- Is Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds a listed building?
- Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- Is Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds free to visit?
- Yes, Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds is free to enter.
- How do I get to Welton medieval settlement, open field system and fishponds?
- The nearest railway station is Prudhoe, about 4.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE18 0LJ.