Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCallow Hall moated site

Callow Hall moated site

England
List entry 1011437
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Callow Hall moated site is a medieval monument located in Derbyshire, England. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a form of defensive or prestigious residential settlement that was common amongst minor gentry and substantial farmers during the medieval period. Moated sites of this type typically date from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries, with many constructed during the later medieval period. The moat itself would have served both practical and symbolic purposes, providing a water-filled boundary around the hall or farmstead whilst also demonstrating the status and security concerns of its occupants.

Callow Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011437. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Callow Hall moated site?

Callow Hall moated site is a medieval monument located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011437.

Who is responsible for protecting Callow Hall moated site?

Callow 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 1011437.

What other scheduled monuments are near Callow Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Duncote Farm moated site (3.8 km), Moated site north of Dannah Farm (4.5 km), Atlow moated site, enclosures and causeway (5.3 km).

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