Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage

Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage

England
List entry 1015419
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval residential enclosure with associated water management and agricultural features located in Yorkshire. The site consists of a moated platform, indicative of a medieval manor house or farmstead of some standing, together with fishponds that demonstrate the exploitation of water resources characteristic of medieval landholding. The broader field system visible in the surrounding landscape reflects the agricultural organisation of the medieval period. The monument is recorded as a nationally significant example of the physical infrastructure supporting medieval rural settlement and economy.

Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015419. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage?

Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval residential enclosure with associated water management and agricultural features located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015419.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage?

Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage 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 1015419.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, fishponds and associated field system 125m south of Eldmire Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Maiden Bower and Cock Lodge: a motte and bailey castle, moated site, windmill mound and associated linear outwork (1.4 km), Topcliffe Bridge (2.7 km), Deserted village (6.1 km).

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