Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHarlescott Grange moated site

Harlescott Grange moated site

England
List entry 1019297
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Harlescott Grange moated site is a medieval monument located in Shropshire, England. The site comprises the remains of a moated enclosure, a common defensive and status-bearing feature of medieval gentry settlements dating from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The moat survives as an earthwork feature defining the former precinct of the grange, reflecting the agricultural and residential functions typical of such establishments. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important archaeological record of medieval settlement patterns and land management in the English Midlands.

Harlescott Grange moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019297. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Harlescott Grange moated site?

Harlescott Grange moated site is a medieval monument located in Shropshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019297.

Who is responsible for protecting Harlescott Grange moated site?

Harlescott Grange moated site 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 1019297.

What other scheduled monuments are near Harlescott Grange moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shrewsbury Abbey (including pulpit) (3.6 km), Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad (3.8 km), Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent (3.9 km).

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