Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFiddleford Manor

Fiddleford Manor

England
List entry 1013372
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Fiddleford Manor is a medieval manorial complex located in Dorset, England, comprising a stone-built manor house and associated farm buildings. The main house dates from the late fourteenth century and exhibits characteristic features of the period, including a hall with a fine timber roof and stone construction typical of gentry residences of the era. The manor represents an important example of late medieval domestic architecture and planning, with its layout reflecting the social and economic organisation of a prosperous rural estate. The site has been designated as a heritage monument in recognition of its archaeological and architectural significance as a survival of medieval manorial settlement and noble domestic life.

Fiddleford Manor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013372. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fiddleford Manor?

Fiddleford Manor is a medieval manorial complex located in Dorset, England, comprising a stone-built manor house and associated farm buildings. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013372.

Who is responsible for protecting Fiddleford Manor?

Fiddleford Manor 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 1013372.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fiddleford Manor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 950m NNE Bulbarrow Farm (7.7 km), Bowl barrow 800m north west of North Barn Farm on Houghton North Down (7.8 km), Bul Barrow, 750m east of Rawlsbury Camp (8.2 km).

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