Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm

Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm

England
List entry 1021434
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Taynton Parva is a medieval defensive and settlement complex located approximately 400 metres north west of Moorfields Farm in Gloucestershire. The site comprises earthwork remains that reflect patterns of medieval occupation and defensive organisation characteristic of the period. The complex is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England reference 1021434, indicating its recognised archaeological and historical importance. The earthworks visible at the site provide evidence of medieval settlement activity and defensive structures typical of rural complexes from this era in the Gloucestershire region.

Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021434. View the official record →

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What is Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm?

Taynton Parva is a medieval defensive and settlement complex located approximately 400 metres north west of Moorfields Farm in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021434.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm?

Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm 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 1021434.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Hartpury Court (3.3 km), Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley (3.8 km), Castle Tump motte and bailey castle (7.3 km).

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