Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church

Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church

England
List entry 1008388
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill, 150 metres north west of St Michael and All Angels Church, is an ancient castle earthwork situated in Shropshire. The site comprises substantial motte and bailey fortifications, representing a characteristic Norman defensive work from the medieval period. The monument consists of a prominent mound with associated bailey platform, typical of the early Norman castle-building tradition established in England following 1066. The site's proximity to the parish church indicates its historical importance within the local landscape, though the specific identity of the castle's original Norman founder and the precise chronology of its occupation remain subjects for further archaeological investigation.

Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008388. View the official record →

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What is Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church?

Castle Hill, 150 metres north west of St Michael and All Angels Church, is an ancient castle earthwork situated in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008388.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church?

Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church 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 1008388.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill, 150m north west of St Michael and All Angels Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte castle 80m north east of Home Farm (6 km), Roman villa 200yds (180m) N of Acton Scott Hall (6.1 km), Roman road at Marshbrook (6.7 km).

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