Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Fawns Farm

Moated site at Fawns Farm

England
List entry 1011105
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Fawns Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Northumberland. The site comprises a substantial moat surrounding a central platform, characteristic of moated homesteads that became prominent in England from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites typically served as the fortified residences of minor gentry or substantial farmers, providing both status and practical defence during the medieval period. The earthwork survives as an important example of medieval settlement archaeology in the region, preserving evidence of domestic occupation and land management practices from this era.

Moated site at Fawns Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011105. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Fawns Farm?

Moated site at Fawns Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011105.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Fawns Farm?

Moated site at Fawns 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 1011105.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval farmstead, 450m north east of Berry Hills (4.1 km), Capheaton tilery (4.3 km), Standing stone, 700m south west of Middleton South (4.6 km).

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