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Moated preceptory

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Moated preceptory is a preceptory of the military orders in Derbyshire. It is the only preceptory of the military orders the Albion Guide lists in the county. The nearest other preceptory of the military orders is Croxden Abbey, 10.8 km to the west. Uttoxeter Station is 10.1 km away to the south-west.

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