Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds

England
List entry 1005967
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds is a medieval and early post-medieval manorial complex in Suffolk. The site preserves earthwork remains of a substantial residence and its attendant fishponds, which represent the agricultural and domestic arrangements typical of a gentry or noble household. The fishponds, a distinctive feature of medieval elite landscape management, indicate the economic importance of fish husbandry to the estate. The site dates primarily to the medieval period with evidence of occupation continuing into the early modern era, and it survives as an important example of the material landscape of rural power and consumption in East Anglia.

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005967. View the official record →

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What is Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds?

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds is a medieval and early post-medieval manorial complex in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005967.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds?

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds 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 1005967.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Doveden Hall (2.3 km), Remains of circular chapel E of church (4.6 km), Two moated sites adjoining St Andrew's Church, with associated remains of medieval settlement at Pound Green (4.7 km).

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