Scheduled MonumentsWalesHorseland moated homestead
Medieval · Moated Site

Horseland moated homestead

Wales
Cadw SAM GM388
Period
Medieval
Site type
Moated Site
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Horseland moated homestead is a medieval domestic site located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference GM388. The site comprises a moated enclosure that represents a form of high-status settlement characteristic of the medieval period, when such water-surrounded homesteads served both defensive and status-indicating functions. The moat and associated earthworks survive as archaeological features that contribute to understanding patterns of medieval settlement and land use in Wales. The monument dates from the medieval period, though precise dating requires archaeological investigation.

Horseland moated homestead is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM388. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Horseland moated homestead?

Horseland moated homestead is a medieval domestic site located in Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference GM388. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM388.

What period does Horseland moated homestead date from?

Horseland moated homestead dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a moated site. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Horseland moated homestead?

Horseland moated homestead 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 GM388.

What other scheduled monuments are near Horseland moated homestead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including East Orchard Manor House (4.5 km), East Orchard Wood Pillbox (4.9 km), West Orchard Manor House (5.4 km).

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