Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm

Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm

England
List entry 1021269
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wilton Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located approximately 250 metres south of Manor Farm in Yorkshire. The site comprises a substantial moated enclosure, a characteristic defensive feature of medieval domestic and manorial settlements that typically dates from the 12th to 16th centuries. The moat remains visible as a water-filled or seasonally wet ditch surrounding the former residence and its immediate precinct, indicating the status and resources of its medieval occupants. Such moated sites represent important archaeological evidence for understanding the distribution and development of medieval rural settlement patterns across northern England.

Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021269. View the official record →

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What is Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm?

Wilton Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located approximately 250 metres south of Manor Farm in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021269.

Who is responsible for protecting Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm?

Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor 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 1021269.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Allerston medieval manorial centre, dovecotes and 17th century gunpowder works (1.6 km), Allerston lime kilns (2.2 km), Standing cross 180m north of Hall Farm (2.8 km).

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