Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRookwood Hall moated site

Rookwood Hall moated site

England
List entry 1016879
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rookwood Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Essex, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure that dates to the medieval period. The site preserves the earthwork traces of a moat surrounding what was once a substantial residential or manorial complex, representing a form of domestic settlement that became increasingly common amongst the gentry and minor nobility from the twelfth century onwards. The survival of the moat as an archaeological feature provides evidence of medieval land management practices and settlement hierarchy within the Essex landscape. Such moated sites are characteristic of the medieval Essex countryside and contribute to understanding patterns of settlement and social organization during the Middle Ages.

Rookwood Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016879. View the official record →

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What is Rookwood Hall moated site?

Rookwood Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Essex, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure that dates to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016879.

Who is responsible for protecting Rookwood Hall moated site?

Rookwood Hall 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 1016879.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rookwood Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site known as Tanner's Cottage, 250m south of Greens (3.5 km), Moated site immediately east of the Old Rectory (5.1 km), Bundish Hall moated site (5.3 km).

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