Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKnighton Farm settlement and moat

Knighton Farm settlement and moat

England
List entry 1010021
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Knighton Farm settlement and moat is a medieval monument located in Wiltshire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moated homestead, a settlement form characteristic of the medieval period, particularly from the 12th to 16th centuries. The moat, a water-filled or water-logged ditch, would have enclosed and defended a substantial farmstead, indicating the status and resources of its medieval occupants. Such moated sites represent important evidence of medieval rural settlement patterns and the organisation of agricultural land in England.

Knighton Farm settlement and moat is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010021. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Knighton Farm settlement and moat?

Knighton Farm settlement and moat is a medieval monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010021.

Who is responsible for protecting Knighton Farm settlement and moat?

Knighton Farm settlement and moat 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 1010021.

What other scheduled monuments are near Knighton Farm settlement and moat?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure NW of Downbarn West (9.1 km), Round barrow E of Downbarn West (9.4 km), Heale Hill round barrows and earthworks (9.7 km).

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