Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm

Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm

England
List entry 1011335
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The monument comprises a substantial moat enclosing an interior space, with a distinctive internal pond feature that distinguishes it from more typical moated homestead examples. Dating to the medieval period, the site represents the physical remains of a defended or high-status dwelling, likely of manorial or gentry status, with the internal water feature possibly serving both practical and defensive functions. The earthwork survives as a significant archaeological record of medieval settlement organisation and land use in Suffolk.

Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011335. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm?

Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011335.

Who is responsible for protecting Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm?

Moated site with internal pond at Glebe 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 1011335.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moated site with internal pond at Glebe Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earl Soham Lodge moated site and fishponds (5.6 km), Moated site 135m north of St Andrew's Church (5.9 km), Moat Farm moated site (6.8 km).

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