Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm

Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm

England
List entry 1017301
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rabbit Warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wiltshire. The site represents a medieval or post-medieval commercial enterprise, comprising artificial burrows constructed to manage and breed rabbits for food and fur. Such warrens formed an important part of the manorial economy during the medieval period and continued in use through later centuries. The monument survives as earthwork remains indicative of the warren's layout and management structures.

Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017301. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm?

Rabbit Warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017301.

Who is responsible for protecting Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm?

Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm 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 1017301.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rabbit warren 580m and 660m south east of Fitzroy Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Strip lynchet system east of Cotley Hill Woods (9.1 km), Round barrow on the summit of Cotley Hill (9.1 km), Round barrow on the south side of Cotley Hill (9.3 km).

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