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, consisting of the earthwork remains of a medieval moated enclosure. The site represents a form of domestic settlement typical of the medieval period, when such moated sites served as defensive and status-bearing residences for landholding families. The moat itself, now evident as an archaeological feature in the landscape, would originally have enclosed a timber or stone structure, with the water-filled ditch providing both practical and symbolic protection. The site's survival as an identifiable earthwork makes it a significant example of medieval settlement archaeology in the 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, consisting of the earthwork remains of a medieval moated enclosure. 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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