Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Frome Castle

Castle Frome Castle

England
List entry 1001739
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Frome Castle is a motte-and-bailey castle located in the parish of Castle Frome in Herefordshire, England. The site dates from the Norman period, likely established in the eleventh or twelfth century as part of the network of fortifications built following the Norman Conquest. The castle comprises an earthwork mound with surrounding ditches and banks, representing the characteristic defensive architecture of early Norman England. Though substantially ruined, the earthworks remain a significant archaeological monument documenting the Norman settlement and military organization of the Welsh Marches.

Castle Frome Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001739. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Frome Castle?

Castle Frome Castle is a motte-and-bailey castle located in the parish of Castle Frome in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001739.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Frome Castle?

Castle Frome 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 1001739.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Frome Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Court Farm gatehouse (3.4 km), Churchyard cross, Holy Trinity Church (3.4 km), Roman fort and outworks 550yds (500m) SW of Canon Frome Court (3.9 km).

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