Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm

Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm

England
List entry 1013353
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm is a medieval settlement monument located in Wiltshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure typical of the medieval period, surrounded by additional earthwork defences that suggest a settlement of some status or strategic importance. Moated sites of this type generally date from the 12th to 16th centuries and served as residences for minor gentry or substantial farmers, with the water-filled moat providing both defensive and practical functions. The earthworks remain visible as landscape features, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land use in the region.

Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013353. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm?

Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm is a medieval settlement monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013353.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm?

Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth 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 1013353.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosure, 100m south of Chelworth Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthwork on Paven Hill (3.9 km), Medieval cross in St Mary's churchyard (5 km), Ringsbury Camp hillfort (5.2 km).

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