Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, Groombridge Place

Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place

England
List entry 1018592
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Groombridge Place is a moated site of medieval origin located in Kent, England. The monument comprises a substantial rectangular moat which formerly enclosed a residential complex, evidence of the settlement pattern and defensive considerations typical of high-status medieval properties. The site dates from the medieval period, with the moat representing investment in both practical water management and the demonstration of social status characteristic of the period. The earthwork remains visible in the landscape today and forms part of the archaeological heritage of the Weald region.

Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018592. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place?

Groombridge Place is a moated site of medieval origin located in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018592.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place?

Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place 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 1018592.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, Groombridge Place?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric rock shelters and a multivallate hillfort at High Rocks, 309m ESE of High Rocks Inn (2.9 km), Prehistoric rock shelters and a multivallate hillfort at High Rocks, 309m ESE of High Rocks Inn (2.9 km), Medieval moated site and adjoining fishponds, Blackham Court. (3.2 km).

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