Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWood Hall moated site

Wood Hall moated site

England
List entry 1005997
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wood Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises the remains of a moat, a water-filled defensive or status-defining feature characteristic of medieval manorial settlements, which survives as an observable earthwork monument. The moat indicates occupation and habitation during the medieval period, likely associated with a hall or principal residence of local significance. The site is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological importance to the understanding of medieval settlement patterns and land use in East Anglia.

Wood Hall moated site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005997. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wood Hall moated site?

Wood Hall moated site is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005997.

Who is responsible for protecting Wood Hall moated site?

Wood 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 1005997.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wood Hall moated site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Bartholomew's Chapel (0.5 km), Roman villa NE of Rodbridge House (1.7 km), Roman villa at Liston Lane (2.8 km).

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