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Site record MDR3357 - Homestead moat, east of Alton Mill Farm, Ashleyhay and Idridgehay and Alton

Type and Period (1)

  • (Medieval to Post Medieval - 1066 AD to 1900 AD)

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  • None recorded

Full Description

At SK 29285004 is the remains of a homestead moat. Utilizing a deep stream on the north, the west and south arms remain. Local informants stated that the island was ploughed between 1939-45 but no building remains were seen. Surveyed at 1/2500. (1) Reviewed (2026) faint earthworks still visible on both LiDAR (2) and aerial photography.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Personal Observation: F1 BHS 24-MAY-66.
  • <2> Digital data: Environment Agency. 2026. LiDAR Survey Data, 1m DTM.

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Grid reference Centred SK 2929 5003 (122m by 122m) Centre
Civil Parish ASHLEYHAY, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE
Civil Parish IDRIDGEHAY AND ALTON, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE

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  • EDR1361

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Record last edited

Sep 1 2026 9:32AM

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