Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishpond at Wyfordby

Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby

England
List entry 1017619
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby is a medieval defensive and domestic settlement in Leicestershire. The site comprises a substantial moat enclosing a residential platform, together with associated fishponds which served both practical and ornamental functions typical of high-status medieval settlement. The monument dates to the medieval period, reflecting the agricultural and manorial economy of the English Midlands. The earthworks remain visible as landscape features and provide evidence of the social hierarchy and land management practices of medieval rural society.

Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017619. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby?

Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby is a medieval defensive and domestic settlement in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017619.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby?

Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby 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 1017619.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wyfordby Wayside Cross (0.1 km), Stapleford deserted medieval village and ice house (2 km), Cross 160m north east of St Mary Magdalen Church (2.1 km).

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