Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCollege Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond

College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond

England
List entry 1012074
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

College Farm moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Bedfordshire, consisting of a moated enclosure associated with banked boundaries and a fishpond. The moated site represents a form of agricultural and domestic settlement typical of the medieval period, when such features served both defensive and drainage functions for substantial farms or minor manorial holdings. The survival of the earthwork remains, including the distinctive moat, banks, and water feature, provides archaeological evidence of medieval land use and settlement patterns in the region. The site's designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its importance as a physical record of medieval rural life and land management practices in Bedfordshire.

College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012074. View the official record →

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What is College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond?

College Farm moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Bedfordshire, consisting of a moated enclosure associated with banked boundaries and a fishpond. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012074.

Who is responsible for protecting College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond?

College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond 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 1012074.

What other scheduled monuments are near College Farm moated site and associated banked enclosure and fishpond?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Thurleigh churchyard cross (3.7 km), Bury Hill Camp: a motte and bailey castle with three fishponds (3.7 km), Mavourn moated site, with associated fishponds, enclosures and deserted settlement site (3.9 km).

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