Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and fishponds at Church Farm

Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm

England
List entry 1016994
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm is a medieval settlement complex located in Gloucestershire. The moated enclosure, typical of manorial sites from the medieval period, would have provided defensive and drainage functions whilst also marking high status occupation. The associated fishponds represent the agricultural and economic infrastructure of the medieval estate, serving both practical and prestige purposes as fish was a valued commodity in medieval society. The site preserves important physical evidence of medieval landholding and settlement patterns in the region.

Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016994. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm?

Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm is a medieval settlement complex located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016994.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm?

Moated site and fishponds at Church 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 1016994.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and fishponds at Church Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Coberley Roman Villa (5 km), Norbury Camp hillfort (6.6 km), Great Witcombe Romano-British villa (6.7 km).

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