Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall

Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall

England
List entry 1012788
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall is a scheduled monument located in Surrey that comprises both medieval and pre-medieval archaeological features. The moated enclosure itself dates to the medieval period and represents a form of defensive domestic settlement typical of the medieval landholding class. The presence of earlier earthworks at the site indicates occupation or land use extending back before the medieval moated phase, suggesting continuity of settlement across different periods at this location. The monument preserves evidence of the evolution of settlement patterns and land management practices across multiple historical periods in the Surrey landscape.

Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012788. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall?

The medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall is a scheduled monument located in Surrey that comprises both medieval and pre-medieval archaeological features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012788.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall?

Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton 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 1012788.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site and earlier earthwork south of Boughton Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Second World War defences at Thorneycroft Wood (5.4 km), Bowl barrow at Newlands Corner (6.1 km), Bowl barrow 90m west of Tyting Farm (6.7 km).

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