Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm

Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm

England
List entry 1017311
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm is a medieval enclosed settlement located in Worcestershire. The monument consists of a substantial water-filled moat forming an irregular quadrilateral enclosure, a defensive and status-defining feature typical of high-status dwellings and manorial complexes from the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites represent significant archaeological evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land use, with the water defence serving both practical and symbolic functions within the feudal landscape. The site's preservation in the archaeological record contributes to understanding the distribution and character of medieval occupation across the Worcestershire countryside.

Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017311. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm?

Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm is a medieval enclosed settlement located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017311.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm?

Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop 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 1017311.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 120m south east of Huntingdrop Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St John the Baptist Church (1.3 km), Roman fort, Saxon church and medieval hospital at Dodderhill (3 km), Multi-period salt production remains in Droitwich (3.1 km).

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