Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval ringwork in Burgate Wood

Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood

England
List entry 1016699
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood is a fortificatory earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises a circular or oval banked enclosure typical of ringwork construction, a common defensive form in medieval England particularly during the 11th and 12th centuries. Such ringworks served as fortified residences or manorial strongholds, offering modest but effective protection for their occupants and their possessions. The survival of the earthwork in woodland setting has aided preservation of its archaeological remains, making it a significant example of small-scale medieval military architecture.

Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016699. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood?

Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood is a fortificatory earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016699.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood?

Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood 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 1016699.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval ringwork in Burgate Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Burgate Hall moated site (0.3 km), Moated site at Stubbing's Entry (2 km), Earthwork in Cromwell's Plantation (5.3 km).

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