Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrightley Barton moated site

Brightley Barton moated site

England
List entry 1016230
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brightley Barton moated site is a medieval farmstead located in Devon, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure, a defensive or status-defining feature characteristic of medieval manorial and high-status agricultural settlements. Dating to the medieval period, the moated site represents a significant example of the settlement pattern and land use organisation that developed across southern England during the Middle Ages. The survival of its earthwork features provides archaeological evidence for understanding the structure and organisation of medieval rural settlement in Devon.

Brightley Barton moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016230. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brightley Barton moated site?

Brightley Barton moated site is a medieval farmstead located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016230.

Who is responsible for protecting Brightley Barton moated site?

Brightley Barton 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 1016230.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brightley Barton moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Brightley Barton camp (0.2 km), Wayside cross known as Eastacott Cross or the Stonen Hammer (1.3 km), Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church (3.7 km).

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