Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London

Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London

England
List entry 1015307
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Kings Manor moated site is a medieval enclosed settlement located approximately 450 metres south of Little London in Yorkshire. The site comprises a substantial moated enclosure, a characteristic form of medieval domestic and agricultural fortification common throughout medieval England, particularly during the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The moat itself would have served both defensive and drainage functions, enclosing what was likely a manorial complex of considerable status. As a scheduled monument and protected heritage asset, the site represents an important example of medieval settlement patterns and landlord authority in the Yorkshire landscape.

Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015307. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London?

Kings Manor moated site is a medieval enclosed settlement located approximately 450 metres south of Little London in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015307.

Who is responsible for protecting Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London?

Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London 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 1015307.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kings Manor moated site, 450m south of Little London?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Warren Hall moated site (3.4 km), Cross in the churchyard of Holy Trinity Church (4.3 km), Castle Hill moated site, 350m south of St Peter and St Paul's Church (6 km).

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