Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm

Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm

England
List entry 1017809
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, located approximately 120 metres south-east of Chapel House Farm in Worcestershire, is a medieval monument consisting of a substantial rectangular moat with an associated fishpond. The site dates to the medieval period, typical of defended or high-status domestic sites that were common in the English landscape from the twelfth century onwards. The moat survives as a clearly defined earthwork feature, indicating the former presence of a manor house or significant residential structure, whilst the adjacent fishpond demonstrates the economic and dietary resources of the medieval occupants. Such moated sites were characteristic of the medieval gentry and provide important archaeological evidence of settlement patterns and land use in Worcestershire during the Middle Ages.

Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017809. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm?

The moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, located approximately 120 metres south-east of Chapel House Farm in Worcestershire, is a medieval monument consisting of a substantial rectangular moat with an associated fishpond. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017809.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm?

Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House 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 1017809.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishpond at Hunt End, 120m south east of Chapel House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including 'Danes Bank' (4.8 km), Moated site immediately east of Gannow Farm (5.4 km), Moated site 150m north east of Inkberrow Church (6.5 km).

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