Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBromwich Castle

Bromwich Castle

England
List entry 1005906
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bromwich Castle is a motte-and-bailey earthwork located in Warwickshire. The monument dates to the Norman period, likely constructed in the eleventh or twelfth century as a defensive stronghold. The site comprises a raised mound with associated bailey earthworks, characteristic of early Norman fortifications in England. Like many such castles, it represents an important phase of post-Conquest settlement and territorial control during the medieval period.

Bromwich Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005906. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bromwich Castle?

Bromwich Castle is a motte-and-bailey earthwork located in Warwickshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005906.

Who is responsible for protecting Bromwich Castle?

Bromwich Castle 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 1005906.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bromwich Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle with later moated site at Stonebridge Crescent (3.2 km), Kent's Moat (3.8 km), Moated site at Peddimore Hall (3.9 km).

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