Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Huddington Court

Moated site at Huddington Court

England
List entry 1018546
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Huddington Court is a medieval moated enclosure situated in Worcestershire. The moat survives as an approximately rectangular earthwork surrounding the site of a former manor house, representing a common form of domestic fortification and water defence employed by the English gentry during the medieval period. The monument dates principally to the medieval era, when such moated sites were characteristic features of the rural aristocratic landscape. The site remains of archaeological significance as evidence of medieval settlement patterns and the organisation of seigneurial estates in the West Midlands.

Moated site at Huddington Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018546. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Huddington Court?

Moated site at Huddington Court is a medieval moated enclosure situated in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018546.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Huddington Court?

Moated site at Huddington 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 1018546.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Huddington Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill Camp (1.9 km), Deserted medieval village (2.2 km), Moated site and monastic retreat at Crowle Court (2.5 km).

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