Scheduled MonumentsEnglandManor Farm moated site

Manor Farm moated site

England
List entry 1008044
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Manor Farm moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lincolnshire. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat which formerly surrounded a manorial dwelling, a settlement pattern characteristic of medieval elite residences in England from the twelfth century onwards. The moat remains as an earthwork monument, preserving evidence of the layout and defensive character of a medieval manor house complex. Such moated sites are a distinctive feature of the medieval landscape in the East Midlands and demonstrate the settlement hierarchy and land management practices of the feudal period.

Manor Farm moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008044. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Manor Farm moated site?

Manor Farm moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008044.

Who is responsible for protecting Manor Farm moated site?

Manor Farm 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 1008044.

What other scheduled monuments are near Manor Farm moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including North Garth moated site and associated enclosures (0.4 km), Moated site and associated earthworks at Baysgarth Farm (1.2 km), Manor Farm moated site (2.5 km).

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