Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks

Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks

England
List entry 1018541
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hale's Manor is a moated site with associated earthworks located in Norfolk, England, representing a medieval settlement of local importance. The monument comprises a substantial moat surrounding the manorial dwelling, along with additional defensive and agricultural earthworks that indicate organised land use typical of the medieval period. Such moated sites were characteristic of the 12th to 16th centuries across East Anglia, serving both defensive and status-affirming functions for minor gentry and prosperous landowners. The survival of the earthworks at Hale's Manor provides valuable evidence for understanding the layout and development of Norfolk's medieval rural landscape.

Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018541. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks?

Hale's Manor is a moated site with associated earthworks located in Norfolk, England, representing a medieval settlement of local importance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018541.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks?

Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks 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 1018541.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site of Hale's Manor and associated earthworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement 370m north of Grove Farm (1.7 km), Binham Priory (2.9 km), Moated site 240m south west of Whey Curd Farm (3 km).

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