Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBraybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains

Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains

England
List entry 1016318
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Braybrooke Castle is a medieval moated manor situated in Northamptonshire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a moat and associated settlement features that date to the medieval period, preserving evidence of domestic occupation and defensive architecture typical of minor aristocratic residences of the era. The monument reflects the settlement patterns and manorial organisation of medieval Northamptonshire, with the moated enclosure representing a common form of modest fortification and status symbol amongst the gentry class. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the designation NHLE 1016318.

Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016318. View the official record →

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What is Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains?

Braybrooke Castle is a medieval moated manor situated in Northamptonshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016318.

Who is responsible for protecting Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains?

Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains 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 1016318.

What other scheduled monuments are near Braybrooke Castle: the remains of a medieval moated manor and medieval settlement remains?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Braybrooke Bridge (0.4 km), Abandoned Medieval Village of Little Oxendon (3.9 km), St Mary in Arden Church (4 km).

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