Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBlenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts)

Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts)

England
List entry 1006425
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Blenkinsopp Castle is a fortified tower house situated in Northumberland, England, dating from the 14th century. The castle comprises a substantial stone keep with later additions and represents a significant example of medieval defensive architecture in the Anglo-Scottish borderlands, where such fortified residences provided protection during periods of cross-border conflict. The structure retains evidence of its medieval construction and layout, including characteristic features of border tower houses of the period. The site remains an important archaeological monument documenting the military and domestic life of the medieval border gentry.

Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006425. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts)?

Blenkinsopp Castle is a fortified tower house situated in Northumberland, England, dating from the 14th century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006425.

Who is responsible for protecting Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts)?

Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts) 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 1006425.

What other scheduled monuments are near Blenkinsopp Castle (uninhabited parts)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The section of Stanegate Roman road from Fell End Roman temporary camp to the track to Old Shield, and the Roman cemetery adjacent to Carvoran Roman fort (1.4 km), Chapel Rigg Roman temporary camp (2.1 km), Bellister Castle (uninhabited parts) (3.9 km).

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