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The moated site and associated water management features located 150 metres north of The Gadlas is a medieval defensive and residential enclosure situated in Shropshire. The monument comprises a moat, likely dating to the medieval period, together with associated hydraulic infrastructure that served both defensive and practical functions for water management. Moated sites of this type typically date from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries and represent the residences of minor gentry or substantial farmers, with the water-filled ditch providing both security and utility. The survival of water management features alongside the moat indicates the site's development as an integrated settlement incorporating elements designed for both protection and resource management.
Moated site and associated water management features 150m north of The Gadlas is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017241. View the official record →
The moated site and associated water management features located 150 metres north of The Gadlas is a medieval defensive and residential enclosure situated in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017241.
Moated site and associated water management features 150m north of The Gadlas 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 1017241.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval cross in St Mary's churchyard, Dudleston (2.9 km), Ellesmere Castle: a motte and bailey castle 200m south west of St Mary's Church (4 km), Lightwood Farm Moated Site (4.2 km).
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