Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill

Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill

England
List entry 1015467
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill is a medieval or early modern artificial pond situated within woodland in Devon. The site represents evidence of resource management and food production practices from the medieval period onwards, when fishponds formed an integral part of the landscape economy of rural estates. The pond's construction and maintenance would have required significant labour investment, indicating the status and resources of its owners. The monument survives as an earthwork feature within the woodland landscape, preserving evidence of historical land use and management practices in this region.

Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015467. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill?

Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill is a medieval or early modern artificial pond situated within woodland in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015467.

Who is responsible for protecting Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill?

Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill 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 1015467.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fishpond in Lower Beer Wood, Castle Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Icehouse 260m north west of Castle Hill (0.5 km), Castle Hill Cross (0.6 km), Park pale and associated remains at Castle Hill (1.2 km).

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