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Moated Site and Fishponds east of Rowden Manor is a medieval monument complex situated in Wiltshire comprising a moated enclosure and associated fishponds. The moated site itself represents the earthwork remains of a residential holding, typical of medieval manorial settlement patterns, with the water-filled or water-retaining ditch system serving both defensive and practical purposes. The fishponds, which form an integral part of the complex, reflect the medieval estate economy and the exploitation of water resources for food production, a characteristic feature of substantial medieval landholdings. The monument dates to the medieval period, though its precise chronological span within that era remains consistent with the broader development of moated sites in southern England from the twelfth century onwards.
Moated Site and Fishponds east of Rowden Manor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013876. View the official record →
Moated Site and Fishponds east of Rowden Manor is a medieval monument complex situated in Wiltshire comprising a moated enclosure and associated fishponds. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013876.
Moated Site and Fishponds east of Rowden Manor 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 1013876.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman site at Manor Farm (3.4 km), Medieval settlement of Sheldon (4 km), Lanhill Barrow: a long barrow 300m south of Sparrow Farm (4.9 km).
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