Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane

Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane

England
List entry 1011312
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Buckinghamshire. The monument comprises a moated enclosure with an attached fishpond, features characteristic of medieval manorial complexes and elite residences from the 12th to 16th centuries. The moat would have served both defensive and status functions, whilst the fishpond provided a valuable food resource typical of higher-status medieval establishments. The surviving earthworks preserve evidence of medieval land use and settlement patterns in the region, making the site of archaeological and historical importance for understanding medieval social and economic organisation.

Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011312. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane?

The moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011312.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane?

Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane 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 1011312.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and associated fishpond south of Mill Lane?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shrunken Medieval Village, Woughton on the Green (1.6 km), Medieval manor of Simpson (3.2 km), Shrunken medieval village at Caldecotte (4.1 km).

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