Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSanton moated site and associated medieval settlement

Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement

England
List entry 1015256
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Santon moated site is a medieval settlement remains located in Norfolk, England. The monument comprises a moated enclosure, a characteristic defensive or status-denoting feature of medieval manorial settlements, alongside associated archaeological deposits indicative of domestic occupation. The site dates to the medieval period, representing the type of nucleated settlement pattern that characterised rural Norfolk during the Middle Ages. The moat and settlement earthworks survive as significant archaeological evidence of medieval land use and social organisation in the region.

Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015256. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement?

Santon moated site is a medieval settlement remains located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015256.

Who is responsible for protecting Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement?

Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement 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 1015256.

What other scheduled monuments are near Santon moated site and associated medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of town ditch: Icknield Way allotments (6 km), Site of St Ethelred's Church and adjoining area to south (6.3 km), Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road (6.4 km).

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