Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge

Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge

England
List entry 1016964
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of a series of excavated water management features dating to the medieval period. The site comprises interconnected pond systems typical of high-status medieval estates, where such facilities served both practical and aesthetic functions. These fishponds would have provided a reliable source of freshwater fish for the household while also demonstrating the landowner's wealth and agricultural sophistication. The survival of the earthwork remains demonstrates the substantial labour investment required for their construction and maintenance during the medieval period.

Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016964. View the official record →

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What is Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge?

Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of a series of excavated water management features dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016964.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge?

Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge 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 1016964.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval fishponds 380m south east of Nursery Lodge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Neolithic long barrow 480m south east of Acre House (4.9 km), Top Buildings long barrow (5.4 km), Neolithic long barrow 400m SSE of radio station (5.7 km).

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