Monument record MLI53411 - Possible Earthworks, Faldingworth Grange

Summary

Possible earthworks at Faldingworth Grange. The earthworks have been thought to mark a former medieval moated site, though this remains speculative.

Type and Period (1)

  • ? (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Full Description

Possible linear earthworks have been noted to the north and east of Fladingworth Grange. The earthworks were spotted on RAF vertical aerial photographs taken in 1946, and were thought to possibly mark a former medieval moated site. This interpretation remains speculative, however, and the exact origin and function of the earthworks remains uncertain. {1}{2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Bibliographic Reference: P.L. Everson, C.C. Taylor and C.J. Dunn. 1991. Change and Continuity: Rural Settlement in North-West Lincolnshire. Archive Notes.
  •  Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 1946-71. Royal Air Force Post War Collection. CPE/UK 1880/6264-5 (1946).

Map

Location

Grid reference TF 042 842 (point) Estimated from Sources
Civil Parish FALDINGWORTH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Related Events/Activities (0)

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Record last edited

May 27 2025 12:28PM

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