Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBromfield moated grange

Bromfield moated grange

England
List entry 1009553
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bromfield moated grange is a medieval agricultural settlement located in Shropshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure typical of grange farmsteads established by monastic communities during the medieval period, serving as an outlying working farm for the production of surplus agricultural goods. The moat itself survives as an earthwork feature defining the perimeter of the former grange complex. Such monastic granges were characteristic of the medieval ecclesiastical economy, particularly from the twelfth century onwards, and their physical remains provide valuable evidence for understanding rural settlement patterns and monastic land management in medieval England.

Bromfield moated grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009553. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bromfield moated grange?

Bromfield moated grange is a medieval agricultural settlement located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009553.

Who is responsible for protecting Bromfield moated grange?

Bromfield moated grange 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 1009553.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bromfield moated grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ludlow Castle (3.7 km), Town walls (3.9 km), Ludford Bridge (4.3 km).

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