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Moat and hut circle at Glen Parva is a medieval and prehistoric monument located in Leicestershire. The site comprises a moated enclosure, characteristic of medieval manorial settlement, alongside evidence of earlier occupation in the form of a hut circle, indicating use of the location across multiple periods. The moat itself represents investment in domestic fortification and status typical of medieval landholding practices, whilst the hut circle suggests prehistoric or early historical settlement at this location prior to the medieval phase of occupation. The juxtaposition of these features demonstrates the long continuity of habitation and land use at Glen Parva from early periods through to the medieval era.
Moat and hut circle at Glen Parva is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008259. View the official record →
Moat and hut circle at Glen Parva is a medieval and prehistoric monument located in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008259.
Moat and hut circle at Glen Parva 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 1008259.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of St John's Church, Aldeby (2.5 km), Enderby Mill Bridge (2.6 km), The 'Roman' bridge, Aylestone (3 km).
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