Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church

A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1011310
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History & significance

This medieval manorial complex is a scheduled ancient monument located approximately 750 metres west of St Mary's Church in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises a twin moated enclosure, fishpond, and associated earthworks that represent the physical remains of a substantial medieval settlement pattern. The twin moats indicate a manorial holding of some status, with the fishpond providing both sustenance and demonstrating the economic resources of the medieval lord. The earthworks survive as upstanding features that illuminate the layout and organisation of a medieval manorial estate, though the exact dating and phases of occupation would require detailed archaeological investigation to establish fully.

A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011310. View the official record →

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What is A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church?

This medieval manorial complex is a scheduled ancient monument located approximately 750 metres west of St Mary's Church in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011310.

Who is responsible for protecting A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church?

A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1011310.

What other scheduled monuments are near A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Toot: a motte and bailey castle and later manorial complex 450m south west of St Mary's Church (0.5 km), Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street (1.2 km), Moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 150m west of Loughton Manor (1.7 km).

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