Monument record MYO2426 - Dam of the Kings Fishpool

Summary

This monument record marks the location of a dam constructed in 1067 by William 1. The dam was constructed with the intention of flooding the newly-excavated ditches of York Castle. As well as creating these water defences for York Castle, the dam also flooded the valley of the river Foss creating a large artifical lake. This became known as the King's Fishpool. The monument has not, as yet, been observed in archaeological interventions.

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Grid reference Centred SE 6058 5131 (122m by 36m)
Map sheet SE65SW
Unitary Authority City of York, North Yorkshire

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Record last edited

Oct 21 2019 2:39PM

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