Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site known as Killigrews

Moated site known as Killigrews

England
List entry 1016798
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Killigrews is a moated site located in Essex, England, representing a form of medieval domestic settlement that was common throughout the region during the medieval period. The monument comprises a substantial rectangular moat surrounding the former homestead, a defensive or status-affirming feature characteristic of the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated enclosures typically contained a timber or stone dwelling structure within their protected perimeter, serving both practical and symbolic functions for the resident family. The site preserves important archaeological evidence of medieval rural settlement patterns and land use in Essex.

Moated site known as Killigrews is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016798. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site known as Killigrews?

Killigrews is a moated site located in Essex, England, representing a form of medieval domestic settlement that was common throughout the region during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016798.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site known as Killigrews?

Moated site known as Killigrews 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 1016798.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site known as Killigrews?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site known as Franklin's Island (4.2 km), Moulsham Bridge (4.3 km), Roman villa 100m north west of Handley Barns (4.4 km).

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