Oxnead

Oxnead is a deserted medieval village in Brampton with visible earthworks and ground traces that outline where houses and buildings once stood. The remains of the structures lie exposed across the field, creating clear patterns of the former settlement layout.

The village formed in the Middle Ages as a farming community but was eventually abandoned as economic conditions changed over time. The decline resulted from social and economic shifts that affected many similar settlements of that era.

The layout here shows how medieval families lived side by side, with spaces for homes, fields, and common areas all mixed together. You can still sense how the community organized their daily life across the land.

The site is accessible on foot through marked paths that connect to roads in Brampton. Wear comfortable shoes since the ground is uneven and can be damp, especially after rain.

Soil studies here have uncovered tools and items from medieval farming that usually remain hidden below ground. These findings show how people actually worked the fields and lived centuries ago.

Location: Brampton

GPS coordinates: 52.76800,1.30339

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06