Scheduled MonumentsWalesHenfron Moated Site
Medieval · Moated Site

Henfron Moated Site

Wales
Cadw SAM MG220
Period
Medieval
Site type
Moated Site
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Henfron Moated Site is a medieval domestic settlement located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MG220. The site comprises a moated enclosure typical of medieval manorial settlements, with earthwork remains that define the characteristic water-filled or water-retaining ditch system surrounding a residential platform. Dating to the medieval period, the monument represents a form of high-status domestic occupation common amongst the Welsh gentry and English settlers during the later medieval centuries. The moated site's physical layout and defensive character reflect both the practical and symbolic importance of such enclosed settlements within the medieval Welsh and border landscape.

Henfron Moated Site is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG220. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Henfron Moated Site?

Henfron Moated Site is a medieval domestic settlement located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MG220. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG220.

What period does Henfron Moated Site date from?

Henfron Moated Site dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a moated site. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Henfron Moated Site?

Henfron Moated Site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MG220.

What other scheduled monuments are near Henfron Moated Site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sibwll Wood Camp (6.7 km), Camp S of Old Hall Sarn (6.8 km), Fron Derw Wood Camp (7.4 km).

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