Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church

Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church

England
List entry 1012107
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church is a scheduled ancient monument located near Malpas in Cheshire. The site comprises a substantial moat, a characteristic defensive earthwork consisting of a water-filled ditch surrounding a raised platform or island, which would have supported a dwelling or small fortified residence. Dating to the medieval period, such moated sites were common throughout England from the twelfth century onwards and typically indicate the residence of a minor landowner or local gentry. The survival of the moat's visible earthworks demonstrates the durability of this form of medieval domestic fortification.

Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012107. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church?

Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church is a scheduled ancient monument located near Malpas in Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012107.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church?

Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church 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 1012107.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 300m SE of St Chad's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hall Bank moated site, Wybunbury (0.3 km), Site of the church of St Chad (0.3 km), Reaseheath moated site and two annexes (6.8 km).

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