Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Court House Farm

Moated site at Court House Farm

England
List entry 1014538
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site at Court House Farm is a medieval earthwork monument located in Herefordshire. The site comprises a substantial moat, a defensive water-filled ditch that formerly enclosed a residential or manorial complex, typical of medieval settlement patterns in the English Midlands. Such moated sites were commonly established from the twelfth century onwards, with many remaining in use through the later medieval period. The earthwork survives as a significant archaeological feature preserving evidence of medieval land use and social organization in the region.

Moated site at Court House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014538. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Court House Farm?

The moated site at Court House Farm is a medieval earthwork monument located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014538.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Court House Farm?

Moated site at Court 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 1014538.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Court House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote at Luntley Court (2.3 km), Moated mound S of church (4.4 km), Moated site and associated fishponds 160m east of Little Sarnesfield (5.9 km).

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