Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill fortified manor

Castle Hill fortified manor

England
List entry 1009298
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill fortified manor is a medieval fortified residence located in Nottinghamshire, England. The site comprises earthwork remains indicative of a manorial stronghold of the medieval period, with its defensive features reflecting the security concerns of the landholding classes during the Middle Ages. The surviving archaeological evidence, including ditches and raised platforms, demonstrates the structure of a fortified settlement rather than a full castle in the conventional military sense. Such fortified manors were common amongst the English gentry and nobility, serving both as domestic residences and symbols of territorial authority during the medieval centuries.

Castle Hill fortified manor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009298. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Hill fortified manor?

Castle Hill fortified manor is a medieval fortified residence located in Nottinghamshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009298.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill fortified manor?

Castle Hill fortified manor 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 1009298.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill fortified manor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fishponds 220m east of St Wilfrid's Church (0.2 km), Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield (0.5 km), Fishponds 170m south of Damstead Farm (2.9 km).

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