Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site at The Old Rectory

Moated site at The Old Rectory

England
List entry 1017635
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site at The Old Rectory is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The monument comprises a moat, a water-filled ditch that once enclosed a domestic or manorial residence, typical of the period between the 12th and 16th centuries. Such moated sites were common features of the medieval English landscape, serving both practical defensive purposes and as status symbols for their owners. The earthwork remains visible as an archaeological feature, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land use in Suffolk.

Moated site at The Old Rectory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017635. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site at The Old Rectory?

Moated site at The Old Rectory is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017635.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site at The Old Rectory?

Moated site at The Old Rectory 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 1017635.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site at The Old Rectory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site immediately north of St Margaret's Green (0.8 km), Moated site and associated fishponds of a bishop's palace at South Elmham Hall (0.9 km), Moated site and site of St Nicholas' church immediately east of Church Farm (1.2 km).

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