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Shotwick Hall moated site is a medieval monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure that represents a form of high-status domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period. The site consists of a substantial rectangular moat which once surrounded a residential complex, reflecting the defensive and prestigious functions such features served for landholding families during the Middle Ages. The moat survives as an important archaeological feature, preserving evidence of medieval settlement patterns and social hierarchy in the Shotwick area. As a scheduled ancient monument, the site contributes to understanding medieval domestic architecture and land use in north-west England.
Shotwick Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011785. View the official record →
Shotwick Hall moated site is a medieval monument located in Cheshire, England, comprising the remains of a moated enclosure that represents a form of high-status domestic settlement characteristic of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011785.
Shotwick 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 1011785.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kelsterton Brewery (6 km), Trueman's Hill motte (6.5 km), Castell Ewloe (6.6 km).
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