Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds

Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds

England
List entry 1009562
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds is a medieval monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure associated with a former hall settlement and an adjacent series of fishponds. The moated site itself dates to the medieval period and represents the defensive or status-conscious landscaping typical of substantial manorial establishments of that era. The four fishponds form part of the broader medieval agricultural and economic infrastructure of the settlement, reflecting the importance of fish farming as a resource within the medieval economy. Together, these features constitute evidence of sustained medieval occupation and the organisation of a significant rural estate in northwest England.

Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009562. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds?

Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds is a medieval monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure associated with a former hall settlement and an adjacent series of fishponds. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009562.

Who is responsible for protecting Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds?

Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds 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 1009562.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chorley Old Hall moated site and four fishponds?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthwork remains of a medieval hall, chapel and settlement, 290m south east of Capesthorne Hall (5.5 km), Bowl barrow 450m south-east of Capesthorne Hall (5.5 km), Two bowl barrows 390m and 320m south-south-west of Home Farm (6.4 km).

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