Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm

Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm

England
List entry 1013179
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle is a medieval earthwork located near Priory Farm in Berkshire. The site comprises a substantial moat that formerly enclosed a manorial residence, representing a form of domestic fortification typical of the medieval period in southern England. Such moated sites were commonly constructed from the twelfth century onwards, serving both defensive and status functions for the landed gentry and lesser nobility. The earthwork survives as a physical record of medieval settlement and land management in the region, though the superstructure buildings have long since disappeared.

Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013179. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm?

Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle is a medieval earthwork located near Priory Farm in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013179.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm?

Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm 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 1013179.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated Manorial Site at Beaumy's Castle, 200m north-east of Priory Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Sheepbridge Court (1.4 km), Moated site at Kenney's Farm (3.9 km), Site of St Bartholomew's Church (5.2 km).

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