Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site S of Basting's Hall

Moated site S of Basting's Hall

England
List entry 1005966
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site S of Basting's Hall is a medieval defensive settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The site consists of a substantial moat, a characteristic feature of medieval manorial settlements and minor aristocratic residences dating from the twelfth century onwards. Such moated sites represent an important category of medieval settlement archaeology, offering evidence of the organisation of rural land and the distribution of local power during the medieval period. The earthwork survives as a significant landscape feature demonstrating the historical development of the Suffolk countryside.

Moated site S of Basting's Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005966. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site S of Basting's Hall?

Moated site S of Basting's Hall is a medieval defensive settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005966.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site S of Basting's Hall?

Moated site S of Basting's 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 1005966.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site S of Basting's Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 1/2 mile (800m) SW of Moat Farm (1.4 km), Moated site 200m west of Otley Hall (1.5 km), Motte castle known as The Mount, 440m south west of St Mary's Church (3.2 km).

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