Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm

Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm

England
List entry 1018964
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Westend Farm moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England, comprising a substantial moat and associated surrounding features. The site represents a common form of medieval aristocratic or gentry settlement, with the moat serving both defensive and status-related functions typical of the medieval period. The earthworks remain visible as landscape features, demonstrating the settlement patterns and land management practices of medieval Suffolk. The monument is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the national heritage listing system, reflecting its archaeological and historical importance for understanding medieval settlement and social organisation in East Anglia.

Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018964. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm?

Westend Farm moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England, comprising a substantial moat and associated surrounding features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018964.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm?

Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend 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 1018964.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and associated earthworks at Westend Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Moat Farm (0.2 km), Moat Yards moated site (4.1 km), Moated site of Barsham Hall and remains of associated buildings (5.9 km).

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