Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 310m north east of Scorborough church

Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church

England
List entry 1015818
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church is a medieval earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. The site consists of a moated enclosure, a defensive feature characteristic of the medieval period, comprising a water-filled or water-retaining ditch surrounding a raised platform or island. Such moated sites were commonly constructed from the twelfth century onwards, serving as the defended homesteads of minor landholders and gentry. The monument survives as an archaeological feature of significance for understanding medieval settlement patterns and domestic fortification practices in northern England.

Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015818. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church?

Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church is a medieval earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015818.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church?

Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough 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 1015818.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 310m north east of Scorborough church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Westwood Common, 50m north of Blackmill (6.4 km), Oval barrow on Westwood Common, 55m north west of Blackmill (6.5 km), Square barrow on Westwood Common, 50m west of Blackmill (6.5 km).

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