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Windley Moated Manorial Complex is a moated site of medieval date located in Derbyshire. The monument comprises a substantial rectangular moat that once enclosed a manorial residence and its associated domestic structures, reflecting the settlement pattern and defensive conventions typical of medieval minor gentry establishments. The site dates from the medieval period, likely from the 12th to 16th centuries, when such moated enclosures were a characteristic feature of the English landscape, particularly in the Midlands. The preservation of the moat's earthwork remains provides evidence of medieval manorial occupation and the agricultural and social organisation of the locality during this period.
Windley Moated Manorial Complex is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1429705. View the official record →
Windley Moated Manorial Complex is a moated site of medieval date located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1429705.
Windley Moated Manorial Complex 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 1429705.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Duffield Bridge (2.7 km), Mugginton medieval settlement and part of an open field system (4.1 km), Fishponds 260m north west of Mercaston Hall Farm (4.8 km).
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