Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMorley Ponds moated site, Ware

Morley Ponds moated site, Ware

England
List entry 1012332
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Morley Ponds moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located near Ware in Hertfordshire. The site comprises the remains of a moat surrounding a residential platform, a characteristic defensive and prestige feature of medieval manorial settlements dating from the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The moat survives as an earthwork depression, preserving evidence of the water-filled ditch that once enclosed a lord's dwelling and associated domestic buildings. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological significance as a surviving example of medieval settlement hierarchy and landholding patterns in Hertfordshire.

Morley Ponds moated site, Ware is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012332. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Morley Ponds moated site, Ware?

Morley Ponds moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located near Ware in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012332.

Who is responsible for protecting Morley Ponds moated site, Ware?

Morley Ponds moated site, Ware 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 1012332.

What other scheduled monuments are near Morley Ponds moated site, Ware?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rye House moated enclosure and gatehouse (5.5 km), Site of Parndon Hall (6.8 km), Little Parndon moated site (6.8 km).

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