Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm

Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm

England
List entry 1016317
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Sysonby Grange is a medieval grange settlement located approximately 450 metres west of Sysonby Farm in Leicestershire. The site represents the physical remains of an agricultural establishment of monastic or manorial origin, typical of medieval England's organised farming infrastructure. Archaeological and topographical evidence indicates the presence of building platforms and field systems characteristic of medieval settlement patterns. The grange would have functioned as a working farm producing surplus agricultural produce, with its layout and surviving earthworks reflecting the systematic land use and infrastructure development of the medieval period.

Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016317. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm?

Sysonby Grange is a medieval grange settlement located approximately 450 metres west of Sysonby Farm in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016317.

Who is responsible for protecting Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm?

Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm 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 1016317.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sysonby Grange, 450m west of Sysonby Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Mount motte at Melton Mowbray (2.4 km), Moated grange at Spinney Farm, Melton Mowbray (2.5 km), Medieval settlement remains immediately north east and 210m south east of White House Farm (3.1 km).

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