Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSouth Grange medieval monastic grange

South Grange medieval monastic grange

England
List entry 1018328
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England
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Overview

History & significance

South Grange is a medieval monastic grange located in Suffolk, England. The site represents agricultural holdings associated with monastic communities, a characteristic feature of the medieval religious economy whereby distant granges served to manage lands and produce for abbey or priory use. The monument survives as earthworks and structural remains indicative of the medieval period, contributing to the archaeological understanding of monastic land management and rural settlement patterns in East Anglia during the Middle Ages.

South Grange medieval monastic grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018328. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is South Grange medieval monastic grange?

South Grange is a medieval monastic grange located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018328.

Who is responsible for protecting South Grange medieval monastic grange?

South Grange medieval monastic grange 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 1018328.

What other scheduled monuments are near South Grange medieval monastic grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of Sibton Abbey (1.4 km), North Grange moated site (1.8 km), Moat Farm moated site, 650m west of Goodwyns Farm (3.8 km).

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