Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site of Scarisbrick Hall.

Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall.

England
List entry 1011997
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Lancashire, England. The site consists of a moat, a water-filled ditch that once surrounded a residential or manorial dwelling, dating to the medieval period. Such moated sites are characteristic of the 12th to 16th centuries and typically indicate the presence of a fortified manor house or similar high-status residence. The moat at Scarisbrick represents an important survival of medieval domestic architecture and the landscape patterns associated with medieval landholding and settlement in Lancashire.

Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011997. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall.?

Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011997.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall.?

Moated site of Scarisbrick 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 1011997.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site of Scarisbrick Hall.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Scarisbrick Park holy well (0.9 km), Scarisbrick Park wayside cross (0.9 km), Halsall medieval rectory (3 km).

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