Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, Devils Den.

Medieval moated site, Devils Den.

England
List entry 1013166
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Devils Den is a medieval moated site located in Kent, England. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat enclosing an area of approximately one acre, which once defended a medieval homestead or minor manorial dwelling. The moat remains well-preserved and represents a common form of settlement fortification and water management found throughout medieval England, particularly from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The site demonstrates the typical domestic and defensive characteristics of middle-ranking medieval settlements, though the specific date of its construction and occupation phases require further archaeological investigation to establish with precision.

Medieval moated site, Devils Den. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013166. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site, Devils Den.?

Devils Den is a medieval moated site located in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013166.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, Devils Den.?

Medieval moated site, Devils Den. 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 1013166.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, Devils Den.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Starborough Castle (1.6 km), Large multivallate hillfort at Dry Hill Camp (3.5 km), Village cage and St Peter's Cross (5.5 km).

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