Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 400m north east of New Hall

Moated site 400m north east of New Hall

England
List entry 1017063
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 400m north east of New Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cheshire. The monument comprises a substantial moat, a characteristic feature of high-status medieval settlements from the twelfth century onwards, which would have enclosed a residential or manorial complex. The site's physical form survives as an archaeological feature in the landscape, preserving evidence of medieval land use and settlement patterns in the region. Such moated sites typically indicate the presence of a fortified homestead belonging to a minor noble or prosperous landowner during the medieval period.

Moated site 400m north east of New Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017063. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 400m north east of New Hall?

Moated site 400m north east of New Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017063.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 400m north east of New Hall?

Moated site 400m north east of New Hall 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 1017063.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 400m north east of New Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Storeton Hall, Bebington (3.6 km), Irby Hall moated site, Wirral (5 km), Bromborough Court House moated site and fishponds, Wirral (6 km).

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