Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church

Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church

England
List entry 1008525
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The moat and fishpond at Strelley is a medieval earthwork located approximately 240 metres south-east of All Saints' Church in the village of Strelley, Nottinghamshire. The monument comprises a substantial moated enclosure associated with a fishpond, dating to the medieval period and likely connected to the manorial settlement of Strelley. The earthworks represent the domestic and agricultural infrastructure of a substantial medieval landholding, with the moat serving defensive and status functions typical of such elite residences. The site remains visible as an archaeological landscape feature, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land management practices in Nottinghamshire.

Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008525. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church?

The moat and fishpond at Strelley is a medieval earthwork located approximately 240 metres south-east of All Saints' Church in the village of Strelley, Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008525.

Who is responsible for protecting Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church?

Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church 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 1008525.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Coal mining remains at Broad Oak Farm (0.4 km), Anglian high cross in the churchyard of St Helen's Church (5 km), Lenton Priory (5.3 km).

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