Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall

Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall

England
List entry 1007680
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moat Hall is a moated site with associated formal garden remains located in Suffolk, England. The monument comprises the earthwork remains of a medieval moat, which would have originally enclosed a residential dwelling of high status, alongside later garden features that suggest continuous occupation and development of the site through subsequent centuries. The moated enclosure represents a form of domestic fortification typical of the medieval period, whilst the formal garden elements indicate the site's evolution and elaboration during the early modern period. The site remains visible as earthwork features in the landscape, providing archaeological evidence of both medieval settlement patterns and the horticultural practices of later occupants.

Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007680. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall?

Moat Hall is a moated site with associated formal garden remains located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007680.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall?

Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall 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 1007680.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and formal garden remains at Moat Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Bentries Farm (2.6 km), Moated site at Letheringham Hall (3.7 km), Letheringham Priory and remains of 17th century walled garden (4.5 km).

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