Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm

Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm

England
List entry 1017510
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm is a medieval settlement monument located in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moated enclosure together with associated fishponds, features characteristic of high-status medieval occupation from approximately the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The moat and pond systems represent investments in both defensive capability and the managed production of fish as a food resource, typical of medieval manorial establishments. The monument survives as upstanding earthworks that document the medieval landscape use and settlement patterns of the region.

Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017510. View the official record →

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What is Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm?

Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm is a medieval settlement monument located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017510.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm?

Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's 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 1017510.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishponds 200m north west of Vatche's Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and medieval settlement remains 200m south west of Manor Farm (8 km), Small multivallate hillfort on Pulpit Hill (8.3 km), Moated site and associated earthworks in Bray's Wood (9.3 km).

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