Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and plunge bath at The Manor House

Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House

England
List entry 1011063
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House is a medieval monument located in Staffordshire. The moated enclosure represents a form of residential fortification typical of the medieval period, when such water-filled defences were constructed around the dwellings of minor gentry and manorial lords. The plunge bath, a bathing facility associated with the manor house complex, reflects the domestic arrangements and amenities of the medieval household. The site survives as an earthwork monument, preserving evidence of medieval settlement and manorial organisation in the county.

Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011063. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House?

The moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House is a medieval monument located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011063.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House?

Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House 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 1011063.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and plunge bath at The Manor House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including NE corner tower, wall and ditch of close defences (2.9 km), Grey Friars (3.1 km), Prince Rupert's Mound: a 17th century fieldwork (3.1 km).

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