Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm

Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm

England
List entry 1013076
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Wiltshire. The monument consists of a moat, a water-filled ditch that once surrounded a residential or manorial dwelling, characteristic of medieval settlement patterns in England. Such moated sites typically date from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries and served both practical and symbolic purposes, providing security and demonstrating the status of their occupants. The site represents an important example of medieval domestic and agricultural organisation in the county, though detailed records of its specific occupation history and the identity of its former inhabitants remain limited.

Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013076. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm?

Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013076.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm?

Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals 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 1013076.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 500m north-west of Nabals Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote at Manor Farm, Draycot Cerne (2.4 km), Dovecote at The Manor (2.6 km), Village cross (3.9 km).

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