Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site NW of Tathwell Cottage

Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage

England
List entry 1005010
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site northwest of Tathwell Cottage is a medieval earthwork monument located in Lincolnshire. The site comprises a substantial moat that once enclosed a residential or manorial holding, a settlement pattern characteristic of the medieval period in England, particularly from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites typically served both defensive and status-conferring functions for minor gentry or substantial farmers. The survival of the moat as an earthwork feature, despite centuries of agricultural activity, indicates the scale and durability of the original construction.

Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005010. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage?

The moated site northwest of Tathwell Cottage is a medieval earthwork monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005010.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage?

Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage 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 1005010.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site NW of Tathwell Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village (site of) at Maidenwell (4.2 km), Neolithic Long Barrow 550m WNW of Water Tower Cottage (4.3 km), Long barrow east of Cold Harbour Farm (5.1 km).

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