Monument record 853 - Possible Medieval Moat in Little Budworth

Site of a supposed moat, now drained. It is a shapeless hollow with irregular sides which seems to be a natural gathering point of water drainage for the immediate vicinity. Moated Sites are characterised by a waterlogged ditch that encloses a platform of land where buildings were built though they were also used for horticulture e.g. orchards. They were most popular in medieval times though not necessarily for the defensive advantages of being on an island as they were also seen as a sign of prestige. There are approximately 6000 across England with over 200 moated sites in Cheshire alone.