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Castle Hill earthworks, Tonbridge is a motte-and-bailey castle of Norman origin, likely established in the late 11th century following the Norman Conquest. The monument comprises a substantial mound surrounded by defensive ditches and banks, characteristic of early Norman military architecture in England. The site lies within the present-day town of Tonbridge in Kent and represents an important example of the rapid fortification programme undertaken by the Norman lords to consolidate their control over southeastern England. Though the original wooden structures have long since disappeared, the earthwork remains clearly visible and preserves significant archaeological deposits relating to the castle's construction and occupation.
Castle Hill earthworks, Tonbridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005191. View the official record →
Castle Hill earthworks, Tonbridge is a motte-and-bailey castle of Norman origin, likely established in the late 11th century following the Norman Conquest. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005191.
Castle Hill earthworks, Tonbridge 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 1005191.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Town banks (3.3 km), Tonbridge Castle (3.3 km), Medieval hall at No 186 High Street (3.5 km).
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