Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm

Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm

England
List entry 1018962
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm is a medieval defensive and domestic earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises a substantial moat with associated fishpond, characteristic features of high-status medieval settlement from approximately the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites typically enclosed a manor house or other substantial residence, with the water-filled ditch serving both practical defensive purposes and as a status symbol of landholding authority. The survival of both the moat and pond structures at Brookhall Farm preserves important evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land management practices in East Anglia.

Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018962. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm?

Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm is a medieval defensive and domestic earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018962.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm?

Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall 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 1018962.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Bleach Farm (1.8 km), Moat Yards moated site (3.9 km), Two moated sites adjoining All Saints' Church (4.3 km).

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