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Medieval
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1066 AD to 1539 AD (the 11th century AD to the 16th century AD)
The medieval period comes after the Saxon period and before the post medieval period.
The Medieval period begins in 1066 AD. This was the year that the Normans, led by William the Conqueror (1066 – 1087), invaded England and defeated Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Hastings in East Sussex. The Medieval period includes the first half of the Tudor period (1485 – 1603 AD), when the Tudor family reigned in England and eventually in Scotland too. The end of the Medieval period is marked by Henry VIII’s (1509 – 1547) order for the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the years running up to 1539 AD. The whole of this period is sometimes called the Middle Ages. more ->
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HOUSE *
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A building for human habitation, especially a dwelling place. Use more specific type where known.
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SITE *
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Unclassifiable site with minimal information. Specify site type wherever possible.
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VICARAGE *
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The residence of a vicar, parson or rector.
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BREWHOUSE *
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An outbuilding containing brewing equipment, as opposed to a large commercial BREWERY. Often found in conjunction with public houses, country houses etc.
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BUILDING *
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A structure with a roof to provide shelter from the weather for occupants or contents. Use specific type where known.
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BUTTERY *
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A room used primarily for storing food and drink.
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BOUNDARY *
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The limit to an area as defined on a map or by a marker of some form, eg. BOUNDARY WALL. Use specific type where known.
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FEATURE *
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Areas of indeterminate function.
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KITCHEN *
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A building or room where food is prepared and cooked.
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CHURCH *
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A building used for public Christian worship. Use more specific type where known.
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CHURCHYARD *
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An area of ground belonging to a church, often used as a burial ground.
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DAIRY *
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A building or group of buildings used for the making, processing, storing and selling of milk and other dairy products.
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* Copyright of English Heritage (1999)