Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWincelow Hall moated site

Wincelow Hall moated site

England
List entry 1011464
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wincelow Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Essex, England. The site comprises the remains of a moated enclosure, a characteristic feature of medieval manorial and domestic settlements, which would have been surrounded by a water-filled ditch for defence and prestige. The monument dates to the medieval period, representing the agricultural and social organisation typical of Essex's feudal landscape. The earthwork survives as an archaeological feature of national importance, recorded on the National Heritage List for England.

Wincelow Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011464. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wincelow Hall moated site?

Wincelow Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Essex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011464.

Who is responsible for protecting Wincelow Hall moated site?

Wincelow Hall 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 1011464.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wincelow Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Howses moated site (2 km), A moated site at Goddards Farm (2.8 km), The Rookery, moated site, 350m west of Goddards Farm (2.8 km).

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