More information : (Centred SJ 837868) Moat (NR) Peel Hall (NAT) (1)
The Hall, which is being renovated, is not outstanding. Its moat
encloses an area approximately 50.0m square and is mainly
water-filled, varying from 10.0m to 15.0m in width. (2)
Published survey (1:1250) correct.
The bridge over the moat recently restored.
Peel Hall, former 17th century moated farmhouse. Grade 2.
Bridge, probably 17th century, with three arches. Grade 2. (3)
Rescue excavation and survey begun in 1982, ahead of landscaping of the moat platform. (4)
SJ 8370 8680. Peel Hall moated site. The waterlogged moat is 8-14m
wide and 1.2m deep to the water level. An outer bank 10m wide and
0.3m high flanks the moat's northern arm. The triple-armed sandstone
bridge which crosses the eastern arm is medieval in date. Peel Hall
was originally constructured by Sir John de Arderne during the mid
14th century. The house passed to the Stanley family in 1408 and
remained in their hands for 100 years, after which it passed through
a succession of different owners until acquired by the Tattons. The
hall was eventually demolished in 1809 and replaced the following
year by a farmhouse, which in turn was demolished in 1975. Limited
excavation of the moat platform during the early 1970's located
cobbling and medieval roof tiles. (5) |