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Moated mound is a prehistoric and medieval monument located in Hertfordshire. The site comprises an earthwork combining characteristics of both a mound and a moated enclosure, indicating use and modification across different periods of occupation. The moated element suggests medieval activity, when such water-filled defensive or status-affirming features were constructed around manorial sites and fortified residences. The monument's dual nature reflects the long archaeological history of its location and the successive phases of settlement and land management that characterised the Hertfordshire landscape.
Moated mound is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005257. View the official record →
Moated mound is a prehistoric and medieval monument located in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005257.
Moated mound 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 1005257.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Waytemore Castle: a motte and bailey castle immediately south of the River Stort (4 km), The Lordship moated site, Much Hadham (4.1 km), RAF Sawbridgeworth World War II airfield defences (4.8 km).
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