Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm

Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm

England
List entry 1016702
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises a substantial moated enclosure, a characteristic form of fortified farmstead that was particularly prevalent in medieval England from the twelfth century onwards. The moat survives as a water-filled or water-retaining ditch surrounding the residential platform, indicating a settlement of some status during the medieval period. Such sites typically served as the residences of minor gentry or prosperous farmers and represent a significant category of medieval domestic archaeology in the region.

Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016702. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm?

Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor Farm is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016702.

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

Moated site immediately north west of Little Pednor 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 1016702.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and enclosures at Redding Wick (1.2 km), Moated site and associated earthworks in Bray's Wood (2.3 km), The Castle, a moated site at Oaken Corner in Wendover Woods (2.9 km).

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