Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMicklehead Green moated site

Micklehead Green moated site

England
List entry 1012329
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Micklehead Green moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lancashire, England. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat surrounding what would have been a residential or manorial complex, typical of medieval settlement patterns in the region. Dating to the medieval period, the monument represents the type of defended or status-conscious domestic settlement that became widespread across England from the twelfth century onwards. The moat remains a significant archaeological feature, preserving evidence of medieval land use and social organisation in Lancashire.

Micklehead Green moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012329. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Micklehead Green moated site?

Micklehead Green moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012329.

Who is responsible for protecting Micklehead Green moated site?

Micklehead Green moated site 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 1012329.

What other scheduled monuments are near Micklehead Green moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Anne's Well (1.1 km), Rainhill Hall Farm moated site and twelve fishponds in The Rough (2.3 km), Cranshaw Hall moated site (2.7 km).

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