Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Bleach Farm

Moated site at Bleach Farm

England
List entry 1018963
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Bleach Farm is a medieval domestic enclosure located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat surrounding the former homestead, a common defensive and status-indicating feature of medieval rural settlements from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites typically enclosed a timber or stone dwelling with associated farm buildings and were particularly prevalent in East Anglia during the medieval period. The earthwork remains at Bleach Farm preserve evidence of this medieval settlement pattern and contribute to understanding the distribution and character of rural habitation in Suffolk during the Middle Ages.

Moated site at Bleach Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018963. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Bleach Farm?

Moated site at Bleach Farm is a medieval domestic enclosure located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018963.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Bleach Farm?

Moated site at Bleach 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 1018963.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Bleach Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and associated pond at Brookhall Farm (1.8 km), Moated site at Chediston Grange (3.5 km), Moat Yards moated site (4.1 km).

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