Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Coppingford

Moated site at Coppingford

England
List entry 1006819
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Coppingford is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Huntingdonshire, England. The site comprises a moat enclosing a raised platform that would have supported a domestic or manorial residence, typical of high-status settlement in the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites were prevalent throughout the East Midlands during this period, serving both protective and status-defining functions for their inhabitants. The earthwork remains visible as a topographical feature in the landscape, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land use in the region.

Moated site at Coppingford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006819. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Coppingford?

Moated site at Coppingford is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Huntingdonshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006819.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Coppingford?

Moated site at Coppingford 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 1006819.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Coppingford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hamerton Bridge (2.7 km), Footbridge at W end of village (3.3 km), Duck Decoy site in Hermitage Wood (4 km).

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