Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAstwick Bury moat and associated moated mound

Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound

England
List entry 1012063
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Astwick Bury is a moated site and associated earthwork monument located in Bedfordshire, England. The site comprises a substantial moated enclosure surrounding a raised mound, characteristic of high-status medieval settlement patterns from the twelfth to fourteenth centuries. The physical remains indicate a substantial defensive or prestigious residential installation, with the mound suggesting either a palisaded stronghold or the elevated platform for an important structure. Such moated sites were typical of the medieval period, serving both practical and symbolic functions for landholding families of considerable local importance.

Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012063. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound?

Astwick Bury is a moated site and associated earthwork monument located in Bedfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012063.

Who is responsible for protecting Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound?

Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound 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 1012063.

What other scheduled monuments are near Astwick Bury moat and associated moated mound?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Radwell Roman villa (3.5 km), Barrow, south of Radwell (3.8 km), Settlement site S of Blackhorse Farm (4.8 km).

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