Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End

Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End

England
List entry 1010364
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Thrupp End is a medieval village and moated sites complex located in Bedfordshire. The monument comprises the earthwork remains of a deserted medieval settlement, including a moated enclosure which suggests occupation by persons of some status during the medieval period. The site represents evidence of medieval land use and settlement patterns characteristic of the East Midlands and East Anglian regions, with the moated element indicating a dwelling of elevated social standing. The earthworks remain visible as surface features, providing archaeological evidence of the medieval occupation of the site.

Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010364. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End?

Thrupp End is a medieval village and moated sites complex located in Bedfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010364.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End?

Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End 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 1010364.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval village and moated sites at Thrupp End?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ringwork and bailey castle, Brogborough (2.1 km), Malting Spinney Medieval moat, associated outer enclosure and cultivation earthworks, Ridgmont (3.7 km), All Saints Church, Segenhoe (3.8 km).

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