Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld Mountains moat, fishpond and warren

Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren

England
List entry 1009514
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren is a medieval monument located in Northamptonshire, comprising earthwork features that reflect the medieval exploitation of the landscape for subsistence and sport. The site includes a moated enclosure, fishpond, and warren, all of which represent typical medieval manorial facilities for food production and game management. These monuments date to the medieval period and survive as earthwork remains that document the integration of domestic, agricultural, and hunting activities within a single estate complex. The warren in particular testifies to the medieval practice of rabbiting, which became an increasingly important source of protein and fur among the medieval aristocracy and gentry.

Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009514. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren?

Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren is a medieval monument located in Northamptonshire, comprising earthwork features that reflect the medieval exploitation of the landscape for subsistence and sport. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009514.

Who is responsible for protecting Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren?

Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren 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 1009514.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old Mountains moat, fishpond and warren?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Astwell Castle Farm (uninhabited portions) (1.4 km), Castle Hill ringwork, Weedon Lois (4.2 km), Site of medieval village of Stutchbury (4.7 km).

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