Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBelleau Manor moated site and dovecote

Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote

England
List entry 1019069
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, comprising the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure alongside a standing dovecote structure. The moated site represents a form of defensive domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period, with the water-filled ditch serving both practical and status-conferring functions for the manor house it once protected. The associated dovecote, a specialized agricultural building, reflects the resources and social standing of the medieval manorial establishment. Together these features constitute an important archaeological record of medieval settlement patterns and rural estate organization in the East Midlands.

Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019069. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote?

Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, comprising the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure alongside a standing dovecote structure. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019069.

Who is responsible for protecting Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote?

Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote 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 1019069.

What other scheduled monuments are near Belleau Manor moated site and dovecote?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Neolithic long barrow 465m north-west of Dexthorpe (6.8 km), Neolithic long barrow and two associated round barrows 250m east of Fordington House Farm (7.2 km), Fordington medieval village (7.3 km).

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