Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm

Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm

England
List entry 1019301
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm is a complex of medieval earthworks located in Shropshire. The site comprises a moated enclosure, an elevated mound, and associated fishponds, features typical of high-status medieval settlements from the twelfth century onwards. The moat would have served both defensive and practical purposes, whilst the fishponds represent investment in food production characteristic of manorial estates. These earthworks remain substantially visible and form an important example of the material culture of medieval settlement and land management in the county.

Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019301. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm?

Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm is a complex of medieval earthworks located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019301.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm?

Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm 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 1019301.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site, prospect mound and fishponds adjacent to Isle Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Town wall section W of Belmont Crescent (5.5 km), Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad (5.5 km), Town wall section E of Belmont Crescent (5.6 km).

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