Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site in Moyne's Wood

Moated site in Moyne's Wood

England
List entry 1020921
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site in Moyne's Wood is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cambridgeshire. The site consists of a substantial moat, characteristic of high-status residential enclosures that were common in England during the medieval period, particularly from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites typically enclosed a manor house or other important dwelling, with the water-filled ditch serving both defensive and status-marking functions. The survival of the moat's earthwork remains demonstrates the site's significance as evidence of medieval settlement and social hierarchy in the region.

Moated site in Moyne's Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020921. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site in Moyne's Wood?

Moated site in Moyne's Wood is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020921.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site in Moyne's Wood?

Moated site in Moyne's Wood 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 1020921.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site in Moyne's Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gallows Hill barrow (7.5 km), Highley Hill bowl barrow (7.7 km), Arbury Banks Iron Age hillfort (7.8 km).

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