Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Flimworth Hall

Moated site at Flimworth Hall

England
List entry 1019673
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Flimworth Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Suffolk. The site comprises a substantial water-filled moat that formerly enclosed a residential settlement, a form of domestic fortification common in England during the medieval period, particularly from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites typically served both practical and status functions, providing protection and demonstrating the landowner's wealth and authority. The Flimworth Hall moat represents an important surviving example of this settlement type in the Suffolk landscape.

Moated site at Flimworth Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019673. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Flimworth Hall?

Moated site at Flimworth Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019673.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Flimworth Hall?

Moated site at Flimworth Hall 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 1019673.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Flimworth Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Gate Farm (0.9 km), Moated site at King's Farm (1.5 km), Moated site 170m south east of Cranley Hall (1.9 km).

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