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Hallsteads moated site, Grimethorpe is a medieval moated enclosure located in South Yorkshire. The site consists of a substantial rectangular moat surrounding a central platform, representing a form of fortified domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period, particularly the 13th to 15th centuries. Such moated sites were widespread across England during the Middle Ages and typically served as the residences of minor gentry or prosperous farmers, combining defensive features with agricultural function. The monument survives as an earthwork and remains an important example of medieval settlement archaeology in the Yorkshire region.
Hallsteads moated site, Grimethorpe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012457. View the official record →
Hallsteads moated site, Grimethorpe is a medieval moated enclosure located in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012457.
Hallsteads moated site, Grimethorpe 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 1012457.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as South Kirkby Camp (1.8 km), Frickley Old Hall moated site (5.1 km), Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield (5.1 km).
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