Monument record 2013/1/2 - Fish pond east of Capenhurst moated site
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Summary
To the east of the moat is a fish pond approximately 60m by 40m which has been filled in and ploughed out but shows clearly on 1985 air photographs. No sign was found of any leat from the moat to the fish pond but the area has been heavily disturbed.
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Full Description
To the east of the moat is a fish pond approximately 60m by 40m which has been filled in and ploughed out but shows clearly on 1985 air photographs (2). No sign was found of any leat from the moat to the fish pond but the area has been heavily disturbed. On the east side of the fish pond is a marl pit (2013/1/3) shown on the Ordnance Survey map (1).
<1> Quilliam B, 1996, An archaeological study of the moated site at SJ376736 (Unpublished Report). SCH240.
<2> JA Story & Partners, 1985, 1985 Story & Partners Survey (Aerial Photograph). SCH2993.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 377 737 (65m by 62m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ37SE |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CAPENHURST, SHOTWICK, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | CAPENHURST, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 9 2025 10:55AM