Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTinker's Lane moated site

Tinker's Lane moated site

England
List entry 1009055
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tinker's Lane moated site is a medieval moated homestead located in Staffordshire, England. The monument consists of a rectangular moated enclosure typical of the domestic settlements that proliferated across the English Midlands during the medieval period, particularly from the 12th to 16th centuries. Moated sites of this character served as the defended residences of minor gentry and substantial farmers, with the water-filled ditch providing both practical defensive capability and a marker of social status. The site remains a significant archaeological resource for understanding the pattern of medieval rural settlement and land use in this region.

Tinker's Lane moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009055. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tinker's Lane moated site?

Tinker's Lane moated site is a medieval moated homestead located in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009055.

Who is responsible for protecting Tinker's Lane moated site?

Tinker's Lane 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 1009055.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tinker's Lane moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hodge Lane Manor, a moated site with fishponds and associated closes (0.5 km), Thorntree House moated site (2.6 km), Bowl barrow on Toot Hill (3 km).

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