Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm

Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm

England
List entry 1019654
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm is a medieval defensive settlement located in Shropshire. The site comprises a substantial moat, a water-filled ditch that once surrounded a residential enclosure, typical of minor aristocratic and gentry residences constructed during the medieval period. Such moated sites were common across England between the 12th and 16th centuries, serving both defensive and status-demonstrating functions. The site's proximity to Cloverley Farm indicates its integration within the local medieval landscape and settlement hierarchy of the region.

Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019654. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm?

Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm is a medieval defensive settlement located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019654.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm?

Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley 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 1019654.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site immediately north west of Cloverley Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site in Upper Kempley Wood, Willaston (1.8 km), Motte castle 220m north west of Higher Kempley Farm, Willaston (1.9 km), Round barrow 330m south of Oldfields (2 km).

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