Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm

Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm

England
List entry 1019832
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm is a medieval monument located in Shropshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure and associated fishpond, features typical of medieval settlement and land management in the English countryside. Moated sites of this kind generally date from the 12th to 16th centuries and served both defensive and status-affirming purposes for their occupants, whilst fishponds provided an important food resource. The survival of both earthwork features at this location indicates the agricultural and domestic infrastructure of a medieval holding, contributing to understanding of rural settlement patterns in the region during the medieval period.

Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019832. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm?

Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm is a medieval monument located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019832.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm?

Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys 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 1019832.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishpond 170m and 160m south east of Chidleys Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Arley Wood Camp (3.6 km), Pool Hall moated site (3.7 km), Butter Cross 350m north west of Yewtree Cottage (4.5 km).

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