Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAlstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village

Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village

England
List entry 1010671
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Alstoe Moot is a medieval mound located in Rutland, England, which served as a meeting place or administrative centre during the medieval period. The site forms part of the archaeological landscape associated with Alsthorpe, a deserted medieval village whose earthworks remain visible in the surrounding area. The mound itself represents a significant example of medieval administrative infrastructure, typical of local governance structures established during the High and Later Middle Ages. The survival of both the moot and the adjacent settlement remains constitute an important record of medieval settlement patterns and social organisation in the East Midlands.

Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010671. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village?

Alstoe Moot is a medieval mound located in Rutland, England, which served as a meeting place or administrative centre during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010671.

Who is responsible for protecting Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village?

Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village 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 1010671.

What other scheduled monuments are near Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barnhill moated site at Hambleton (5.8 km), Dovecote 170m north east of the junction between Main Street and Exton Road (6.4 km), Moated site with fishponds and enclosures at Empingham (6.6 km).

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