Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWeeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house

Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house

England
List entry 1014779
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Weeting Castle is a 12th-century moated manor house site located in Norfolk, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a rectangular moat surrounding what was originally a substantial residential complex, typical of the Norman period when such fortified manorial settlements represented the domestic seats of local landholders. The moat itself remains a prominent topographical feature, enclosing an area that once contained a timber or stone hall with associated outbuildings. A post-medieval ice house, later constructed within or near the moated enclosure, demonstrates the site's continued use and investment through subsequent centuries, reflecting the changing agricultural and domestic practices of its later owners.

Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014779. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house?

Weeting Castle is a 12th-century moated manor house site located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014779.

Who is responsible for protecting Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house?

Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house 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 1014779.

What other scheduled monuments are near Weeting Castle moated site and 12th century manor house with post-medieval ice house?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Middle Saxon occupation on Chequer Meadow (2.6 km), Bowl barrow 580m north east of The Lodge, Brandon (3.4 km), Earthworks in Little Ouse Valley (4.1 km).

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