Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, Chequer Court

Medieval moated site, Chequer Court

England
List entry 1013145
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Chequer Court is a medieval moated site located in Kent, England, designated as an ancient monument under NHLE list entry 1013145. The site consists of a substantial moat surrounding what was once a residential or manorial enclosure, typical of medieval settlement patterns in southeastern England. Dating to the medieval period, the moated site represents a form of fortified domestic settlement that was particularly common in the twelfth to sixteenth centuries, providing both defensive and status-marking functions for its inhabitants. The survival of the moat's earthwork remains offers evidence of medieval land use and social hierarchy within the Kent landscape.

Medieval moated site, Chequer Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013145. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site, Chequer Court?

Chequer Court is a medieval moated site located in Kent, England, designated as an ancient monument under NHLE list entry 1013145. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013145.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, Chequer Court?

Medieval moated site, Chequer Court 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 1013145.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, Chequer Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site at Grove Manor Farm (3.8 km), Wingham Roman villa, 100m south of Glendale Cottage (4.5 km), Sandwich town walls: section from New Gate to Woodnesborough Gate (4.8 km).

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