Monument record TQ 84 NW 63 - Probable site of moated manor house, Moatenden Priory, Headcorn

Summary

Probable site of moated farmstead, owned in the early 13th century by Robert de Rokesley, seneschal to the archbishop of Canterbury. The site is thought to be located in the south-west corner of the larger later moated priory, represented by a "horseshoe" shaped moat. No trace of or substantial features were found when a bungalow was built on the site in the 1960s, therefore it is probable that the manorial buildings were of wooden construction. It is not known if the site continued to be occupied during any or part of the life of the later priory.

Location

Grid reference TQ 8183 4637 (point) Estimated from sources
Map sheet TQ84NW
County KENT
District MAIDSTONE, KENT
Civil Parish HEADCORN, MAIDSTONE, KENT

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Full Description

<1> Aldridge, N., 1995, The Trinitarian Priory of Motynden at Headcorn, page 177- 212 (Article in serial). SKE8012.

<2> Aldridge, N, 1995, Moatenden Barn Conversion, Headcorn, Watching Brief 1995 (Unpublished document). SKE8014.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Article in serial: Aldridge, N.. 1995. The Trinitarian Priory of Motynden at Headcorn. CXV pages 177- 212. page 177- 212.
  • <2> Unpublished document: Aldridge, N. 1995. Moatenden Barn Conversion, Headcorn, Watching Brief 1995.

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Record last edited

Jul 17 2024 10:23AM