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, both of which represent characteristic features of high-status medieval settlement and land management. The moated site itself dates to the medieval period, when such defensive or prestige-driven enclosures were commonly constructed around the residences of substantial landholders. The survival of both the moat and fishpond as earthwork features demonstrates the enduring physical legacy of medieval domestic and agricultural organisation in the Lancashire landscape.

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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