Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond

Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond

England
List entry 1011885
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure together with an associated fishpond, representing the domestic arrangements typical of a medieval manor or gentry residence. The moated platform and surrounding water features date to the medieval period, likely medieval in origin, indicating the presence of a substantial timber-framed or stone dwelling within the protective moat. Such moated sites were characteristic of medieval settlement patterns in northern England, serving both defensive and status functions for their occupants.

Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011885. View the official record →

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What is Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond?

Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011885.

Who is responsible for protecting Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond?

Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond 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 1011885.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bradlegh Old Hall moated site and fishpond?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Moat House Medieval Moat, Bold (2.5 km), St Oswald's Well, 150m south of Woodhead (3.6 km), Bowl barrow west of Highfield Lane (4.2 km).

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