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Rufford moated site is a medieval defensive enclosure located in Lancashire. The monument comprises a substantial moat surrounding an approximately rectangular platform, representing a form of domestic fortification characteristic of the medieval period. Such moated sites were common among the minor gentry and prosperous landholders of medieval England, serving both practical defensive purposes and as markers of social status. The site's earthworks remain visible as significant landscape features, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and the architectural aspirations of its former inhabitants.
Rufford moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012316. View the official record →
Rufford moated site is a medieval defensive enclosure located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012316.
Rufford 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 1012316.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Croston Town Bridge (3.4 km), Moated site and two fishponds south of Manor House Farm (5.2 km), Ingrave Farm moated site, moated site 100m W of Ingrave Farm and connecting channel, Eccleston (5.6 km).
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