Monument record 1273/1/3 - Hough Hall
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Summary
A substantial bank in the northern corner of the field was probably in origin a dam, designed to raise the water level in the strean and so flood the moat.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
A substantial bank in the northern corner of the field was probably in origin a dam, designed to raise the water level in the strean and so flood the moat (1).
<1> Chester Archaeological Society, Journal of the Chester Archaeological Society, Higham N J 1988 vol.70 p.8 (Journal/Periodical). SCH1595.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH1595 Journal/Periodical: Chester Archaeological Society. Journal of the Chester Archaeological Society. Higham N J 1988 vol.70 p.8.
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 721 834 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ78SW |
| Civil Parish | MERE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | MERE, ROSTHERNE, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 16 2023 1:19PM