Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld Park Farm moated site

Old Park Farm moated site

England
List entry 1020371
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Old Park Farm moated site is a medieval moated homestead located in Shropshire. The site consists of a substantial moat forming an irregular quadrilateral enclosure that formerly surrounded a residential and agricultural complex, typical of medieval manorial organisation in the English Midlands. Dating from the medieval period, the moated enclosure represents a form of domestic settlement that was particularly common between the 12th and 16th centuries, serving both defensive and status-marking functions for a minor landholding family. The earthwork survives as a scheduled ancient monument, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and land use in the region.

Old Park Farm moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020371. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old Park Farm moated site?

Old Park Farm moated site is a medieval moated homestead located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020371.

Who is responsible for protecting Old Park Farm moated site?

Old Park Farm 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 1020371.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old Park Farm moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Coalport Bridge (1.9 km), Coalport Inclined Plane (2.8 km), Lilleshall Beam Blowing Engines (3.4 km).

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