Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms

Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms

England
List entry 1008700
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms is a medieval monument located in Essex, England. The site comprises a moated enclosure, a fishpond, and associated earthwork features typical of high medieval settlement and land management practices, dating to approximately the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites represent the homesteads of substantial medieval landholders, with the water-filled ditch serving both defensive and practical functions. The fishpond indicates the economic importance of the holding and the exploitation of aquatic resources within the medieval rural economy.

Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008700. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms?

Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms is a medieval monument located in Essex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008700.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms?

Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms 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 1008700.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site, fishpond and enclosure at Bordeaux Farms?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring Hill camp (3.7 km), Battle (or Repell) Ditches (4.4 km), Roman villa at Chinnel Barn (5.6 km).

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