Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFeckenham manorial moated site

Feckenham manorial moated site

England
List entry 1018361
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Feckenham manorial moated site is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Worcestershire, England. The site comprises a substantial moated enclosure that represents the manorial centre of Feckenham, dating to the medieval period. Moated sites of this character typically served as the fortified residences of significant landholders and were common features of the English landscape from the twelfth century onwards. The surviving earthworks preserve evidence of the ditched boundary that once enclosed the manorial complex, though the superstructure and domestic buildings have not survived.

Feckenham manorial moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018361. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Feckenham manorial moated site?

Feckenham manorial moated site is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Worcestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018361.

Who is responsible for protecting Feckenham manorial moated site?

Feckenham manorial 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 1018361.

What other scheduled monuments are near Feckenham manorial moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard (0.2 km), Moated site at Astwood Court (2.5 km), Moated site immediately east of Gannow Farm (2.5 km).

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