Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds

Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds

England
List entry 1005967
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds is a scheduled ancient monument in Suffolk comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval manor house and its attendant water features. The fishponds represent characteristic medieval land management and food production, while the site itself documents the settlement pattern and agricultural economy of medieval Suffolk. The monument lies within the parish of Hawstead and preserves significant archaeological evidence of domestic and manorial activity from the medieval period, though the exact chronology of construction and occupation requires further investigation through fieldwork and documentary research.

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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Questions & answers

What is Site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds?

The site of Hawstead Place and associated fishponds is a scheduled ancient monument in Suffolk comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval manor house and its attendant water features. 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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