Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound About Moat, Arksey

Round About Moat, Arksey

England
List entry 1013656
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round About Moat, Arksey is a medieval motte-and-bailey fortification located in South Yorkshire. The monument consists of a substantial circular mound with an associated bailey, representing a characteristic form of Norman defensive earthwork dating to the eleventh or twelfth century. Such moated sites served both military and administrative functions, providing control over the local landscape and settlement patterns. The earthwork survives as an important archaeological record of early medieval fortification in the Yorkshire region.

Round About Moat, Arksey is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013656. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round About Moat, Arksey?

Round About Moat, Arksey is a medieval motte-and-bailey fortification located in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013656.

Who is responsible for protecting Round About Moat, Arksey?

Round About Moat, Arksey 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 1013656.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round About Moat, Arksey?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moat Hills moated site, Bentley (1.2 km), Castle Hills motte and bailey castle, Langthwaite, Adwick le Street (2.6 km), Wall of Roman fort (3.6 km).

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