Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBradley Hall moated site

Bradley Hall moated site

England
List entry 1011924
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bradley Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval moat and associated domestic settlement. The site dates to the medieval period and represents a form of aristocratic or gentry residence that was characteristic of the High and Late Medieval periods in northwestern England. The moat survives as a substantial earthwork feature, indicative of the defensive and status-signalling functions such structures served within the medieval landscape. The site contributes to understanding patterns of medieval settlement and land use in the Cheshire region.

Bradley Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011924. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bradley Hall moated site?

Bradley Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval moat and associated domestic settlement. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011924.

Who is responsible for protecting Bradley Hall moated site?

Bradley Hall moated site 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 1011924.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bradley Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two sections of Roman road between Appleton and Stretton (2.1 km), Swineyard Hall moated site (2.2 km), Two cockpits 125m west of Lymm Hall (3.6 km).

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