Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHallgarth medieval hall and moat

Hallgarth medieval hall and moat

England
List entry 1013705
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hallgarth medieval hall and moat is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire, England, comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval defensive enclosure. The site consists of a substantial moat surrounding the former hall, representing a form of domestic fortification typical of the medieval period, particularly from the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites were common amongst the minor gentry and substantial landholders throughout northern England, serving both practical defensive purposes and as visible expressions of social status. The earthworks at Hallgarth survive as an important archaeological record of medieval settlement patterns and domestic architecture in the Yorkshire landscape.

Hallgarth medieval hall and moat is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013705. View the official record →

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What is Hallgarth medieval hall and moat?

Hallgarth medieval hall and moat is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire, England, comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval defensive enclosure. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013705.

Who is responsible for protecting Hallgarth medieval hall and moat?

Hallgarth medieval hall and moat 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 1013705.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hallgarth medieval hall and moat?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring post and World War II visual spotting post, 200m north of Southfield House (0.6 km), Skipsea Castle: 11th century motte and bailey castle and inland harbour (0.9 km), Village cross (4.3 km).

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