Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton.

Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton.

England
List entry 1013629
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds is a medieval earthwork monument located in Sefton, Lancashire. The site comprises the remains of a moated enclosure together with associated fishponds, features typical of high-status medieval domestic settlements from the twelfth century onwards. The moat itself survives as a substantial water-filled ditch defining the former residential precinct, whilst the fishponds represent the exploitation of water resources for both subsistence and display characteristic of medieval manorial estates. The monument attests to the settlement history and land management practices of medieval Lancashire, documenting the presence of an established lordly residence at this location during the medieval period.

Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013629. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton.?

Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds is a medieval earthwork monument located in Sefton, Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013629.

Who is responsible for protecting Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton.?

Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton. 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 1013629.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sefton Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Sefton.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Maghull Manor moated site (1.3 km), Broom's Cross wayside cross, 150m north east of Orchard House (1.8 km), Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street (2 km).

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