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Moated site at Ribden is a medieval earthwork monument located in Staffordshire, England. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a defensive water-filled ditch system characteristic of high-status residences from the medieval period. Such moated sites were typically constructed between the 12th and 16th centuries and served as the seats of minor nobility, gentry, or prosperous medieval landowners. The earthwork remains visible as an archaeological feature that contributes to understanding the settlement patterns and social hierarchy of medieval Staffordshire.
Moated site at Ribden is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012432. View the official record →
Moated site at Ribden is a medieval earthwork monument located in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012432.
Moated site at Ribden 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 1012432.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 240m north-west of Rainroach Farm (4.4 km), Alton Castle (4.7 km), Round House (5 km).
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