Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham

Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham

England
List entry 1003924
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Norfolk, England. The monument comprises a substantial rectangular moat that survives as a water-filled or damp feature defining the former perimeter of a manorial enclosure. Dating to the medieval period, such moated sites were characteristically constructed between the twelfth and fifteenth centuries and served as the focal points of manorial settlements, providing both practical defence and a visual marker of social status. The example at Hargham represents the type of modest fortified residence typical of the lesser Norfolk gentry during the medieval era.

Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003924. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham?

Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham is a medieval defensive earthwork located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003924.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham?

Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham 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 1003924.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site SE of All Saint's Church, Hargham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gallows Hill tumulus (1.3 km), Wayside cross at the north end of Whitecross Drift, 670m south west of Swangey Farm (1.6 km), Earthwork on Wilby Warren (3.3 km).

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