Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSwineyard Hall moated site

Swineyard Hall moated site

England
List entry 1009585
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Swineyard Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Cheshire, England, consisting of the earthwork remains of a medieval moated enclosure. The site preserves the defensive ditch system characteristic of high medieval domestic architecture, dating to the period between the 12th and 16th centuries. The moat surrounding the hall represents a common feature of manorial settlement in the North West, indicating the status and land tenure of its occupants during the medieval period. The earthworks survive as a significant archaeological record of medieval settlement patterns in Cheshire, despite the loss of the superstructure itself.

Swineyard Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009585. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Swineyard Hall moated site?

Swineyard Hall moated site is a scheduled ancient monument located in Cheshire, England, consisting of the earthwork remains of a medieval moated enclosure. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009585.

Who is responsible for protecting Swineyard Hall moated site?

Swineyard 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 1009585.

What other scheduled monuments are near Swineyard Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bradley Hall moated site (2.2 km), Two cockpits 125m west of Lymm Hall (3.3 km), Lymm Hall moated site and ice house (3.3 km).

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