Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated grange in White Hall Wood

Moated grange in White Hall Wood

England
List entry 1016968
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated grange in White Hall Wood is a medieval agricultural enclosure in Lincolnshire, protected as a scheduled ancient monument. The site comprises a substantial moat, typical of high-status farm complexes of the medieval period, which would have served both defensive and drainage functions around the grange buildings. Such moated granges are characteristic of monastic or manorial land management from approximately the twelfth century onwards, representing the infrastructure of organised agricultural production. The monument survives as an earthwork feature within woodland, preserving evidence of medieval rural settlement and economic organisation in the county.

Moated grange in White Hall Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016968. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated grange in White Hall Wood?

Moated grange in White Hall Wood is a medieval agricultural enclosure in Lincolnshire, protected as a scheduled ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016968.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated grange in White Hall Wood?

Moated grange in White Hall Wood 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 1016968.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated grange in White Hall Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard (1.8 km), Site of St Martin's Church, Dalderby (2.1 km), Tower on the Moor (2.6 km).

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