Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street

Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street

England
List entry 1011311
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The moated site with associated earthworks 770 metres south of St Mary's Church near the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street is a medieval settlement monument located in Buckinghamshire. The site comprises a substantial moat surrounding a raised platform or island, typical of high-status domestic occupation during the medieval period, accompanied by additional earthwork features that suggest ancillary structures and land management. Such moated sites were commonly established from the twelfth century onwards and frequently remained in use through the later medieval period, serving as the defended residences of minor gentry or substantial landholders. The preservation of these earthwork features indicates continuity of settlement at this location during the medieval era, though the site has subsequently been abandoned, leaving only the topographical evidence of its former occupation and significance.

Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011311. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street?

The moated site with associated earthworks 770 metres south of St Mary's Church near the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street is a medieval settlement monument located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011311.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street?

Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street 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 1011311.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site with associated earthworks, 770m south of St Mary's Church, south of the junction of Childs Way and Fulmer Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Toot: a motte and bailey castle and later manorial complex 450m south west of St Mary's Church (0.7 km), A medieval manorial complex comprising a twin moated site, fishpond and associated earthworks 750m west of St Mary's Church (1.2 km), Moated site, fishponds and deserted medieval village of Tattenhoe, 300m west of Home Park Farm. (2.1 km).

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