Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Churchill Court

Moated site at Churchill Court

England
List entry 1018545
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site at Churchill Court is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Worcestershire. The monument comprises a substantial moat, characteristic of high-status residential sites of the medieval period, which would have served both practical and symbolic functions in demonstrating the occupant's wealth and authority. The site dates to the medieval period, likely from the 12th to 16th centuries, a period when such moated enclosures were commonly constructed across England. The earthwork survives as an important example of medieval settlement archaeology, preserving evidence of the landscape and social hierarchy of its era.

Moated site at Churchill Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018545. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Churchill Court?

The moated site at Churchill Court is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018545.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Churchill Court?

Moated site at Churchill Court 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 1018545.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Churchill Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wyre Bridge (7.2 km), Village cross at junction of Worcester Road and Church Street (7.4 km), Disc barrow 400m south of Common Farm (7.6 km).

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