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Morley Ponds moated site is a medieval moated enclosure located near Ware in Hertfordshire. The site comprises a substantial moat system that formerly enclosed a domestic or manorial settlement, typical of the medieval period when such water-filled defensive features were constructed around the residences of minor gentry and substantial landholders. The moated earthworks survive as a landscape feature, demonstrating the medieval organisation of settlement in the Lea Valley region. The site has been recorded as a scheduled monument in recognition of its archaeological and historical importance as evidence of medieval rural settlement patterns in Hertfordshire.
Morley Ponds moated site, Ware is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012332. View the official record →
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.
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.
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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