Monument record MLI32997 - Medieval fishponds and 18th century ornmental lakes at Stoke Rochford Park
Summary
Medieval fishponds and 18th century ornamental lakes at Stoke Rochford Park
Type and Period (3)
- FISHPOND (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
- BOATING LAKE (Post Medieval to Second World War - 1840 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- ORNAMENTAL LAKE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1660 AD? to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
The Cringle Brook winds south to north for two kilometres through the park with artificial ponds along its length. These are of medieval origin, but the main group of pools to the south-east of the house were enlarged in the 18th century. {1}
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SLI2865 Index: ENGLISH HERITAGE. 1987. REGISTER OF PARKS AND GARDENS OF SPECIAL HISTORIC INTEREST IN ENGLAND. PART 27: LINCOLNSHIRE. GD1989.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 91971 28456 (354m by 1261m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STOKE ROCHFORD, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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