Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBaginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites

Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites

England
List entry 1011193
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Overview

History & significance

Baginton Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification situated in Warwickshire, dating to the late eleventh or early twelfth century. The monument comprises an earthwork castle with associated settlement remains, fish ponds, and mill sites that reflect the economic and defensive infrastructure of a medieval manor. The castle's mound and bailey structure, typical of Norman defensive architecture, represents the period of the Norman Conquest and its aftermath, when such fortifications proliferated across England. The broader complex of ponds and industrial sites attests to the agricultural management and productive capacity of the estate during the medieval period.

Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011193. View the official record →

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What is Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites?

Baginton Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification situated in Warwickshire, dating to the late eleventh or early twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011193.

Who is responsible for protecting Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites?

Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1011193.

What other scheduled monuments are near Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stoneleigh Bridge (2.2 km), Stare Bridge (3.5 km), Roman settlement at Glasshouse Wood (4.3 km).

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