Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval settlement and moated site at Bruton

Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton

England
List entry 1016923
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a residential enclosure with water-filled or water-retaining ditches characteristic of the medieval period. The site represents settlement activity dating to the medieval era, with the moat forming a distinctive defensive or status-indicating feature typical of manorial settlements of this period. The earthwork evidence provides material testimony to patterns of medieval land use and settlement hierarchy in Warwickshire. The monument's preservation as earthworks offers archaeological potential for understanding domestic and agricultural organisation in the medieval landscape.

Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016923. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton?

The medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a residential enclosure with water-filled or water-retaining ditches characteristic of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016923.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton?

Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton 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 1016923.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval settlement and moated site at Bruton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement at Lark Stoke (2.8 km), Multivallate hillfort on Meon Hill (3 km), Rectangular earthwork on Nebsworth (3.7 km).

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