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Olveston Court moat complex is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Gloucestershire comprising the substantial remains of a medieval moated enclosure and associated earthworks. The moat, which survives as a clearly defined water-filled or water-retaining ditch, represents the defensive and status-marking boundary of a manorial residence dating to the medieval period. The site demonstrates the typical characteristics of high-status occupation in the English countryside, with the moated enclosure providing both practical protection and a visual statement of the landowner's authority. The survival of these earthworks provides important evidence for understanding medieval settlement patterns and the development of the Olveston landscape.
Olveston Court moat complex and earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012362. View the official record →
Olveston Court moat complex is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Gloucestershire comprising the substantial remains of a medieval moated enclosure and associated earthworks. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012362.
Olveston Court moat complex and earthworks 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 1012362.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Iron Age defended settlement 525m ENE of Elberton Manor (1.6 km), Banjo enclosure 245m north west of Lower Hazel Farm (2.8 km), Bowl barrow re-used as a moot 205m SSE of Chelwood (3.1 km).
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