Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at Moat House Farm

Moated site at Moat House Farm

England
List entry 1011056
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at Moat House Farm is a medieval domestic monument located in Staffordshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a characteristic form of aristocratic or gentry residence that developed during the medieval period, particularly from the 12th century onwards. The moat itself would have served both defensive and prestige functions, surrounding the residential platform and associated structures. Such moated sites represent important archaeological evidence of the settlement patterns and social hierarchy of medieval rural England.

Moated site at Moat House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011056. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at Moat House Farm?

Moated site at Moat House Farm is a medieval domestic monument located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011056.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at Moat House Farm?

Moated site at Moat House 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 1011056.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at Moat House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hay House moated site (2.9 km), Terrain Model of Messines (4.5 km), Pillaton Old Hall (4.8 km).

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