Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm

Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm

England
List entry 1012320
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. The moated site consists of a defensive or status-marking enclosure typical of the medieval period, surrounded by a water-filled ditch that would have served both practical and symbolic functions for the resident household. The two associated fishponds represent a common medieval agricultural feature, indicating the exploitation of water resources for food production on what was likely a manorial estate. Together, these earthworks testify to the organisation of rural settlement and resource management during the medieval period in this region.

Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012320. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm?

Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012320.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm?

Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House 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 1012320.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Croston Town Bridge (4.1 km), Rufford moated site (5.2 km), Ingrave Farm moated site, moated site 100m W of Ingrave Farm and connecting channel, Eccleston (5.6 km).

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