Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCaple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court

Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court

England
List entry 1014884
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Caple Tump is a motte and bailey castle situated approximately 175 metres south-west of Caple Court in Herefordshire. The monument consists of a substantial earthwork mound characteristic of Norman defensive works, dating to the medieval period following the Norman Conquest. The site represents a typical example of the fortified settlements established across the English-Welsh borderlands during the 11th and 12th centuries, when such structures served to consolidate Norman authority in strategically significant locations. The mound survives as a prominent topographical feature, preserving evidence of early medieval military architecture in the form of its earthwork defences.

Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014884. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court?

Caple Tump is a motte and bailey castle situated approximately 175 metres south-west of Caple Court in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014884.

Who is responsible for protecting Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court?

Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court 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 1014884.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Bridget's churchyard (4.7 km), Wilton Castle (5.4 km), Wilton Bridge (5.5 km).

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