Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End

Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End

England
List entry 1011296
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The moated site and fishponds 200 metres north-west of Up End is a medieval monument situated in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moat enclosing a residential platform, together with associated fishpond features, indicating a settlement of some status during the medieval period. Such moated sites were characteristic of the landowning classes and prosperous farmers from the 12th century onwards, serving both defensive and domestic functions whilst the fishponds provided a valuable food resource. The earthwork features remain visible in the landscape as a record of medieval land use and settlement patterns in the locality.

Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011296. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End?

The moated site and fishponds 200 metres north-west of Up End is a medieval monument situated in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011296.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End?

Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End 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 1011296.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishponds 200m north-west of Up End?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tickford Bridge (4.5 km), Civil War defences in Bury Field (4.7 km), A moated site, three fishponds, two trackways and field systems at Moat Farm (5.6 km).

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