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Moated site NE of Occold Hall is a medieval residential enclosure situated in Suffolk. The site comprises a substantial rectangular moat that formerly surrounded a domestic dwelling, a common defensive and status-indicating feature of medieval manorial settlements dating from the 12th to 16th centuries. Such moated sites are characteristic of the period and served both practical and symbolic functions, marking the residence of a person of some standing within the local community. The earthwork survives as a prominent topographical feature and remains of archaeological significance for understanding the settlement pattern and social hierarchy of medieval Suffolk.
Moated site NE of Occold Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005991. View the official record →
Moated site NE of Occold Hall is a medieval residential enclosure situated in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005991.
Moated site NE of Occold Hall 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 1005991.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 170m south east of Cranley Hall (1.9 km), Moated site at Cranley Hall (2 km), Moated site at King's Farm (2.2 km).
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