Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAbbey Hills moated site

Abbey Hills moated site

England
List entry 1016044
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Abbey Hills moated site is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure, a defensive feature characteristic of medieval manorial settlements and monastic establishments from the twelfth century onwards. The moat itself survives as a substantial ditch surrounding what would have been a residential or administrative complex, though the internal structures are no longer visible above ground. Such moated sites were typical of high-status medieval occupation and provide evidence of settlement patterns and land management practices during the medieval period.

Abbey Hills moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016044. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Abbey Hills moated site?

Abbey Hills moated site is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016044.

Who is responsible for protecting Abbey Hills moated site?

Abbey Hills moated site 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 1016044.

What other scheduled monuments are near Abbey Hills moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, All Saints churchyard (1.1 km), Moated site 300m NE of All Saints Church (1.4 km), Medieval dylings and flood defence bank at Gold Fen Dike Bank, immediately south west of Ash Cottage (2.5 km).

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