Scheduled MonumentsEnglandReaseheath moated site and two annexes

Reaseheath moated site and two annexes

England
List entry 1011228
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Reaseheath moated site and two annexes is a medieval fortified settlement located in Cheshire. The monument comprises a substantial moated enclosure with two associated annexes, representing a form of domestic and agricultural organisation characteristic of the high medieval period. The moated layout served both defensive and water-management functions, common to many elite and gentry residences of the 12th to 16th centuries in the English Midlands and North West. The site's surviving earthwork remains provide evidence of medieval land use and settlement hierarchy within the wider Cheshire landscape.

Reaseheath moated site and two annexes is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011228. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Reaseheath moated site and two annexes?

Reaseheath moated site and two annexes is a medieval fortified settlement located in Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011228.

Who is responsible for protecting Reaseheath moated site and two annexes?

Reaseheath moated site and two annexes 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 1011228.

What other scheduled monuments are near Reaseheath moated site and two annexes?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard (2.2 km), Moated site and fishpond north east of Wood Farm (2.5 km), Monks Lane moated site, Acton (2.5 km).

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