Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNortholt Manor, moated site

Northolt Manor, moated site

England
List entry 1001978
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Northolt Manor is a moated site located in Middlesex, representing a form of domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period. The monument comprises a substantial moat enclosing the former manorial complex, a landscape feature that served both defensive and prestige functions typical of high-status medieval residences. The site dates primarily to the medieval period, when such moated enclosures were common among the landed gentry and nobility of southern England. The survival of the moat at Northolt preserves important archaeological evidence of medieval manorial organisation and the territorial arrangements of medieval Middlesex.

Northolt Manor, moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001978. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Northolt Manor, moated site?

Northolt Manor is a moated site located in Middlesex, representing a form of domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001978.

Who is responsible for protecting Northolt Manor, moated site?

Northolt Manor, moated site 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 1001978.

What other scheduled monuments are near Northolt Manor, moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Down Barns Farm (2.3 km), Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford (2.9 km), Medieval moated site, 454m south-west of Sudbury Golf Club House (3.6 km).

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