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Peel Moat is a medieval motte-and-bailey castle situated in Lancashire, England. The monument comprises an earthen mound, or motte, characteristic of Norman fortification techniques, likely constructed during the 11th or 12th century. The site represents a significant example of early medieval defensive architecture in the region, though documentary evidence regarding its specific construction date and founding lord remains limited. The earthwork survives as a prominent topographical feature, preserving evidence of the settlement patterns and territorial control exercised during the early medieval period in Lancashire.
Peel Moat is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011674. View the official record →
Peel Moat is a medieval motte-and-bailey castle situated in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011674.
Peel Moat 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 1011674.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of an early medieval boundary ditch known as the Nico Ditch in Platt Fields 480m SSE of Platt Hall (2.8 km), Section of an early medieval boundary ditch known as the Nico Ditch on Denton golf course 320m south west of Lodge Farm (4.7 km), Clayton Hall moated site (6.1 km).
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