Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval ringwork in Middle Wood

Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood

England
List entry 1014381
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood is a fortified enclosure of medieval date located in Sussex, England. The monument comprises a substantial earthwork consisting of a circular or oval bank and ditch formation, characteristic of ringwork fortifications that served defensive and administrative functions during the medieval period. Ringworks of this type were typically constructed during the 11th to 13th centuries and functioned as minor fortified residences or strongholds for local landholders. The Middle Wood example represents an important surviving example of this category of secular medieval fortification within the Sussex landscape.

Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014381. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood?

Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood is a fortified enclosure of medieval date located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014381.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval ringwork in Middle Wood?

Medieval ringwork in Middle 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 1014381.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pounsley iron furnace (3.1 km), Medieval moated site, Warren Farm, Shepherd's Hill (4.2 km), Moated site in Moat Wood, 580m east of Halland Park Farm (4.2 km).

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