Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm

Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm

England
List entry 1002893
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and earthworks north of Stubley Farm is a medieval settlement complex located in Norfolk. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a characteristic defensive or status-marking feature of medieval domestic settlements, alongside associated earthwork remains that indicate wider occupation and land use of the period. The moated element typically dates to the medieval period, when such enclosures were commonly constructed by landowners of moderate means to define and protect their residences and immediate agricultural operations. The surviving earthworks provide evidence of the settlement's layout and the historical land management practices of medieval Norfolk.

Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002893. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm?

Moated site and earthworks north of Stubley Farm is a medieval settlement complex located in Norfolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002893.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm?

Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley 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 1002893.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and earthworks N of Stubley Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bunn's Bank (2.1 km), Buckenham Priory and Castle site (4.1 km), Round barrow on Hargham Heath (5.3 km).

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