Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield

Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield

England
List entry 1017680
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield is a medieval monument situated in Leicestershire. The site comprises a water-filled moat surrounding a raised platform, a characteristic defensive feature of high-status medieval settlement, likely dating to the 12th or 13th century. The associated garden enclosure indicates occupation and land use extending beyond the moated platform itself, suggesting a domestic establishment of some social standing. Such moated sites are common across the English Midlands and typically represent the residences of minor nobility or prosperous medieval landowners.

Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017680. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield?

The moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield is a medieval monument situated in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017680.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield?

Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield 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 1017680.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and garden enclosure at Glenfield?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rabbit warren 180m north east of The Lawn (4.3 km), Lubbesthorpe medieval settlement remains at Abbey Farm (5 km), Leicester Castle and the Magazine Gateway (5.1 km).

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