Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth

Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth

England
List entry 1021241
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two moated sites and associated features located 520 metres north of Grimston Garth is a scheduled medieval monument in Yorkshire. The site comprises two separate moated enclosures characteristic of high medieval settlement patterns, likely dating to the twelfth to fourteenth centuries. Moated homesteads of this type served as defensive and status-signifying residences for minor landholders and gentry, with the water-filled ditches providing both practical protection and symbolic authority within the feudal landscape. The presence of multiple moated sites in close proximity suggests sustained medieval occupation and may indicate sequential settlement or the coexistence of related households.

Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021241. View the official record →

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What is Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth?

Two moated sites and associated features located 520 metres north of Grimston Garth is a scheduled medieval monument in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021241.

Who is responsible for protecting Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth?

Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth 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 1021241.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two moated sites and associated features 520m north of Grimston Garth?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shaw Fosse moated site (5.6 km), Roos Castle moated site and associated fishponds (6.1 km), Bewick Hall moated site (6.3 km).

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