Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site east of Newton Reigny

Moated site east of Newton Reigny

England
List entry 1012816
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site east of Newton Reigny is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cumberland, England. The site comprises a water-filled moat enclosing a residential platform, a fortification type characteristic of the medieval period, particularly between the 12th and 16th centuries. Such moated sites served as practical defensive structures for minor landholders and provided both protection and status, with the water barrier offering deterrence against casual attack. The survival of the moat at this location preserves important evidence of medieval settlement patterns and domestic fortification in northern England.

Moated site east of Newton Reigny is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012816. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site east of Newton Reigny?

Moated site east of Newton Reigny is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012816.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site east of Newton Reigny?

Moated site east of Newton Reigny 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 1012816.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site east of Newton Reigny?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 475m south east of White Raise round cairn, Askham Fell (9.4 km), Round cairn 490m south east of White Raise round cairn, Askham Fell (9.4 km), Round cairn 280m south-east of The Cockpit stone circle (9.5 km).

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