Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Earl's Court

Moated site at Earl's Court

England
List entry 1017229
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site at Earl's Court is a medieval monument situated in Worcestershire, England. Moated sites of this type typically date from the 12th to 16th centuries and served as the defensive and residential centres of manorial estates. The site consists of a water-filled or formerly water-filled ditch surrounding an elevated platform, a characteristic feature of medieval settlement that provided both practical protection and visual demonstration of status. Such monuments are important archaeological records of medieval land tenure, domestic organisation, and the evolution of rural settlement patterns in England.

Moated site at Earl's Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017229. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Earl's Court?

The moated site at Earl's Court is a medieval monument situated in Worcestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017229.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Earl's Court?

Moated site at Earl's 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 1017229.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Earl's Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Powick Old Bridge (2.6 km), Motte and bailey castle at Castle Green (5.2 km), Motte castle, moated site, and medieval agricultural remains at Crookbarrow Farm (5.7 km).

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