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A Medieval moated site, 408 metres east-north-east of Highland's School, is a scheduled ancient monument in Middlesex preserving evidence of medieval domestic settlement. The monument comprises a moat defining the perimeter of a residential enclosure, a characteristic feature of medieval aristocratic and gentry dwellings from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites served both defensive and status functions, with the water-filled ditch providing protection whilst demonstrating the occupant's wealth and social standing. The site's survival as an earthwork monument contributes to understanding the distribution and character of medieval settlement patterns across the county.
Medieval moated site, 408m ENE of Highland's School is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001972. View the official record →
A Medieval moated site, 408 metres east-north-east of Highland's School, is a scheduled ancient monument in Middlesex preserving evidence of medieval domestic settlement. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001972.
Medieval moated site, 408m ENE of Highland's School 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 1001972.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks at Old Park (1 km), Flash Road aqueduct (3.2 km), Moated site, Camlet Moat, Moat Wood (3.2 km).
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