Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNorth Garth moated site and associated enclosures

North Garth moated site and associated enclosures

England
List entry 1007815
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

North Garth mooted site and associated enclosures is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The site comprises a moated enclosure characteristic of high medieval settlement patterns, typically dating from the twelfth to fifteenth centuries, when such earthwork defences were constructed around the residences of prosperous landowners and manorial centres. The monument retains visible archaeological evidence of its former ditched and banked boundaries, which would have served both defensive and status-marking functions within the local landscape. As a scheduled ancient monument, the site contributes to understanding medieval settlement hierarchy and land management practices in the East Midlands region.

North Garth moated site and associated enclosures is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007815. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is North Garth moated site and associated enclosures?

North Garth mooted site and associated enclosures is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007815.

Who is responsible for protecting North Garth moated site and associated enclosures?

North Garth moated site and associated enclosures 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 1007815.

What other scheduled monuments are near North Garth moated site and associated enclosures?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Manor Farm moated site (0.4 km), Moated site and associated earthworks at Baysgarth Farm (0.8 km), Manor Farm moated site (2.1 km).

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