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Maghull Manor moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lancashire, England, representing a characteristic form of high-status domestic settlement of the medieval period. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat surrounding the manorial complex, a common defensive and status-defining feature of aristocratic and gentry residences from the twelfth century onwards. The monument dates primarily to the medieval period, reflecting the administrative and residential importance of the manor within the local landholding structure. The moat survives as an earthwork feature, preserving evidence of the settlement pattern and social hierarchy of medieval Lancashire.
Maghull Manor moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009338. View the official record →
Maghull Manor moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lancashire, England, representing a characteristic form of high-status domestic settlement of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009338.
Maghull Manor 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 1009338.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton. (1.3 km), Broom's Cross wayside cross, 150m north east of Orchard House (2.8 km), Cross base 25m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard (2.8 km).
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