Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHalnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds

Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds

England
List entry 1018561
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Halnaker House is a fortified medieval manor house situated in Sussex, England. The surviving structure demonstrates the domestic and defensive characteristics typical of high-status medieval residences, with fortified elements reflecting the security concerns of its period. The house forms part of a designated ancient monument that includes landscaped grounds associated with its historical occupation and use. The site represents an important example of medieval manorial settlement and continues to be of archaeological and architectural significance within the Sussex landscape.

Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018561. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds?

Halnaker House is a fortified medieval manor house situated in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018561.

Who is responsible for protecting Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds?

Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds 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 1018561.

What other scheduled monuments are near Halnaker House: a fortified medieval manor house and part of its landscaped grounds?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Keep of Tote Copse castle, 400m north of Decoy Farmhouse (4.4 km), Chichester Dyke, earthwork E of Chichester Barracks extending 600yds (550m) (5.2 km), Chichester Dyke, earthwork extending N 360yds (330m) from Otter Memorial College (5.4 km).

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