Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBeetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)

Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)

England
List entry 1007143
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Beetham Hall is a medieval fortified residence located in Westmorland, with structural elements dating to the fourteenth century. The curtain wall and associated uninhabited portions represent the defensive architecture characteristic of gentry residences of the period, reflecting the need for fortification during a time of regional instability. The surviving masonry demonstrates the construction methods and scale typical of medieval hall complexes in northern England. The monument's fragmentary state provides archaeological evidence of domestic fortification practices and settlement patterns in medieval Westmorland.

Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007143. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)?

Beetham Hall is a medieval fortified residence located in Westmorland, with structural elements dating to the fourteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007143.

Who is responsible for protecting Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)?

Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion) 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 1007143.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hazelslack Tower (2.3 km), Arnside Tower (4.6 km), Stone circle on Summerhouse Hill (4.8 km).

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