Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChapel Farm moated site

Chapel Farm moated site

England
List entry 1006050
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chapel Farm moated site is a medieval earthwork monument located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises the remains of a moat, a water-filled defensive or status-defining ditch that typically enclosed a residential dwelling, dating to the medieval period. Moated sites of this type were common features of the medieval landscape, particularly from the 12th century onwards, and often indicate the presence of a manorial settlement or farmstead of some social standing. The earthwork survives as a prominent topographical feature and represents an important example of medieval settlement archaeology in the region.

Chapel Farm moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006050. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chapel Farm moated site?

Chapel Farm moated site is a medieval earthwork monument located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006050.

Who is responsible for protecting Chapel Farm moated site?

Chapel Farm 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 1006050.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chapel Farm moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Great Bricett moated site (1.4 km), Moated site known as Offton Castle (3 km), Moated site at Naughton Hall (3.6 km).

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