Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Manor Farm

Moated site at Manor Farm

England
List entry 1004856
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Manor Farm is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Oxfordshire. The monument comprises a substantial moat, a water-filled defensive or status-defining feature characteristic of high-status medieval residences and administrative centres, dating from the medieval period. The site represents the physical remains of a manorial settlement, with the moat serving both practical and symbolic functions within the feudal landscape. Such moated sites are common across southern England and typically date from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries, marking the location of a lord's dwelling or important agricultural holding.

Moated site at Manor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004856. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Manor Farm?

Moated site at Manor Farm is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004856.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Manor Farm?

Moated site at Manor 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 1004856.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Idbury Camp hillfort (5.6 km), Ascott d'Oyley 12th century motte and bailey castle and associated earthworks (6.6 km), Wyck Beacon bowl barrow (6.6 km).

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