Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Dyke moated site

Castle Dyke moated site

England
List entry 1019097
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Dyke moated site is a medieval earthwork located in Lincolnshire, England. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a characteristic defensive feature of medieval manorial settlement, dating to the medieval period. The moat and associated earthworks represent the physical remains of a high-status residence, though the specific dating and archaeological history of this particular example remain subjects of local and regional archaeological study. Such moated sites across England typically served as the seats of minor nobility or substantial landholders during the twelfth to sixteenth centuries.

Castle Dyke moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019097. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Dyke moated site?

Castle Dyke moated site is a medieval earthwork located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019097.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Dyke moated site?

Castle Dyke 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 1019097.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Dyke moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Area of medieval town by Barnhill House (7.3 km), Site of Brazenose College (7.4 km), Greyfriars Priory (site of) (7.4 km).

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