Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall

Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall

England
List entry 1019972
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall is a medieval settlement complex located in Suffolk, England. The monument comprises a substantial moat surrounding the hall site and adjoining fishponds, features characteristic of high-status medieval and early post-medieval residential settlements. The moat represents a significant earthwork defence and status symbol typical of the twelfth to sixteenth centuries, whilst the fishponds demonstrate the economic and dietary importance of controlled water management on manorial estates. The site survives as a largely intact archaeological landscape preserving evidence of medieval aristocratic habitation and land use practices in East Anglia.

Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019972. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall?

Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall is a medieval settlement complex located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019972.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall?

Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden 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 1019972.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and associated fishponds at Wetherden Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bridge N of Bridge Farm (3.2 km), Moated site at Moat Farm, 230m north east of St Peter's Church (4.5 km), Cast iron road bridge SE of Bridge Farm (4.7 km).

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