Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and enclosures at Redding Wick

Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick

England
List entry 1014605
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick is a medieval settlement complex located in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure together with associated field systems and earthwork boundaries, representing the physical remains of a manorial holding or farmstead of medieval date. The moat itself would have served both defensive and status-conferring functions typical of medieval gentry residences, whilst the surrounding enclosures indicate the agricultural and domestic organisation of the settlement. The monument survives as earthwork features and contributes to understanding of rural settlement patterns and land management during the medieval period.

Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014605. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick?

Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick is a medieval settlement complex located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014605.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick?

Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick 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 1014605.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm (1.2 km), The Castle, a moated site at Oaken Corner in Wendover Woods (1.8 km), Moated site in Chalkdell Wood, 100m north west of Frith Hill House (1.8 km).

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