Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Church Farm

Moated site at Church Farm

England
List entry 1016767
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Church Farm is a medieval moated enclosure located in Gloucestershire. The site consists of a substantial rectangular moat surrounding an inner platform, a form of settlement defence and status demonstration characteristic of the medieval period, particularly from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites were commonly associated with manorial residences and served both practical and symbolic functions within the medieval landscape. The monument remains a significant archaeological record of medieval domestic settlement patterns in the county.

Moated site at Church Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016767. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Church Farm?

Moated site at Church Farm is a medieval moated enclosure located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016767.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Church Farm?

Moated site at Church 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 1016767.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leonard Stanley Priory (6.9 km), Slimbridge moated site, 70m south of The Old Rectory (7.3 km), The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common (8.2 km).

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