Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval fortified house at Rushall Hall

Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall

England
List entry 1013153
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Rushall Hall is a medieval fortified house situated in Staffordshire, England. The site represents a defensive dwelling of the medieval period, built to provide both residential accommodation and physical protection for its occupants during an era when such fortifications were common amongst substantial landholding families. The structure and its associated features reflect the architectural and defensive priorities of medieval domestic building, demonstrating the integration of comfort and security characteristic of fortified houses of this class. As a scheduled ancient monument, Rushall Hall preserves important evidence of medieval settlement patterns and domestic life in the English Midlands.

Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013153. View the official record →

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What is Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall?

Rushall Hall is a medieval fortified house situated in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013153.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall?

Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall 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 1013153.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval fortified house at Rushall Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hlaew 12m north west of Rushall Hall (0.1 km), Moated site, 15m south of Moat Farm (3.3 km), Cross in All Saints churchyard (3.5 km).

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