Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm

Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm

England
List entry 1017398
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm is a medieval monument located in Wiltshire, England. The site consists of the earthwork remains of a moat and associated fishpond, features characteristic of manorial or high-status domestic settlements of the medieval period. Such moated sites typically date from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries and served both defensive and practical functions, with the surrounding water providing protection and the fishponds supplying a valuable food resource. The survival of these earthworks demonstrates the agricultural and settlement patterns of medieval Wiltshire.

Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017398. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm?

Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm is a medieval monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017398.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm?

Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills 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 1017398.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishpond north-west of Pinhills Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on King's Play Hill 510m north of Hill Cottage (4.6 km), Bowl barrow on King's Play Hill, 420m north of Hill Cottage (4.7 km), Long barrow on King's Play Hill, 430m north west of Hill Cottage (4.7 km).

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