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Monument record TQ 84 NW 61 - Possible Rabbit Warren, Motyden (Moatenden) Priory, Headcorn
Summary
Along the inner side of the north-west boundary of the outer court is a large earthen bank inplaces 2m high. THese is no trace of this ditch on the south side of the site although it may have been destroyed in the past. It is suggested that this bank could be a rabbit warren for the priory as it was recorded in Hasted that the priory was in possession of "20 pairs of coneys" at the time of dissolution.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 81858 46599 (point) Centred on |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ84NW |
| District | MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SUTTON VALENCE, MAIDSTONE, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Aldridge, N., 1995, The Trinitarian Priory of Motynden at Headcorn (Article in serial). SKE8012.
<2> Aldridge, N, 1995, Moatenden Barn Conversion, Headcorn, Watching Brief 1995 (Unpublished document). SKE8014.
<3> Hasted, E., 1786, The History and Topographical Survey of the County of Kent: Volume 2, Page 392 (Monograph). SKE8061.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SKE8012 Article in serial: Aldridge, N.. 1995. The Trinitarian Priory of Motynden at Headcorn. CXV pages 177- 212.
- <2> SKE8014 Unpublished document: Aldridge, N. 1995. Moatenden Barn Conversion, Headcorn, Watching Brief 1995.
- <3> SKE8061 Monograph: Hasted, E.. 1786. The History and Topographical Survey of the County of Kent: Volume 2. Page 392.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Watching Brief at Moatenden Barn Conversion (EKE5873)
Record last edited
Jul 17 2024 5:21PM