Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond

Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond

England
List entry 1013190
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hall Garth moated site is a medieval enclosure located in Yorkshire, England, protected as a scheduled ancient monument. The site comprises a substantial moat surrounding a central platform, together with associated drainage channels and a fishpond, typical features of high-status medieval domestic occupation. Such moated sites were characteristic of the medieval period, particularly from the twelfth century onwards, serving both defensive and prestigious functions for manorial lords and gentry. The combination of moat, drainage infrastructure, and fishpond reflects the practical and aesthetic concerns of medieval landowners, with the fishpond providing both a food resource and a landscape feature that enhanced the status of the settlement.

Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013190. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond?

Hall Garth moated site is a medieval enclosure located in Yorkshire, England, protected as a scheduled ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013190.

Who is responsible for protecting Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond?

Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels 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 1013190.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hall Garth moated site, associated drainage channels and fishpond?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Metham Hall Farm (2.4 km), Adlingfleet medieval rectory, 60m south of All Saints Church (2.8 km), Camera and moated site at Faxfleet Hall (4.3 km).

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