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This medieval fishpond complex, located 80 metres south west of the Manor House in Lincolnshire, represents a significant element of manorial agricultural infrastructure dating to the medieval period. Fishponds of this type were integral to the economy of high-status households, providing a reliable source of protein through the management of freshwater fish stocks. The complex survives as an arrangement of pond features, demonstrating the systematic approach taken to aquaculture at the site. Such installations reflect the wealth and administrative capability of the medieval lord or substantial landowner who maintained the property.
Medieval fishpond complex, 80m south west of Manor House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018582. View the official record →
This medieval fishpond complex, located 80 metres south west of the Manor House in Lincolnshire, represents a significant element of manorial agricultural infrastructure dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018582.
Medieval fishpond complex, 80m south west of Manor House 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 1018582.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 400m south east of Moat Farm (1.1 km), Folkingham Castle (2.2 km), Haceby moated site (2.9 km).
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