Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard

Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard

England
List entry 1003947
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Sturston Hall is a medieval moated site located in Norfolk, comprising the remains of a substantial residential complex with associated outbuildings protected as an ancient monument. The moat itself forms the primary surviving archaeological feature of what was once a manorial holding, with the earthwork defining the precinct of the former hall. Holy Cross Church stands within or adjacent to the monument complex, its presence indicating the spiritual and administrative centre of this medieval settlement. The site dates to the medieval period, though the precise chronology of construction and occupation requires archaeological evidence for full interpretation.

Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003947. View the official record →

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What is Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard?

Sturston Hall is a medieval moated site located in Norfolk, comprising the remains of a substantial residential complex with associated outbuildings protected as an ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003947.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard?

Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard 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 1003947.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, remains of Sturston Hall and associated outbuildings and Holy Cross Church and churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ruins of St Lawrence's Church (4.2 km), Caston Hall, site of (4.2 km), Mickle Hill (6 km).

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