Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site 590m north east of The Elms

Moated site 590m north east of The Elms

England
List entry 1017342
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site 590m north east of The Elms is a medieval earthwork monument located in Worcestershire. The site consists of a substantial rectangular moat, a defensive water-filled ditch characteristic of high-status medieval settlement sites dating from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. Such moated enclosures typically surrounded domestic or manorial complexes and served both defensive and prestige functions during the medieval period. The monument survives as an archaeological feature of significance for understanding medieval land use and settlement hierarchy in the Worcestershire landscape.

Moated site 590m north east of The Elms is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017342. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site 590m north east of The Elms?

Moated site 590m north east of The Elms is a medieval earthwork monument located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017342.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site 590m north east of The Elms?

Moated site 590m north east of The Elms 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 1017342.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site 590m north east of The Elms?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm (4 km), Motte and bailey castle at Castle Green (5.6 km), Worcester city centre (5.8 km).

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