Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green

Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green

England
List entry 1003994
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green is a complex of medieval and earlier earthworks situated in Norfolk. The site comprises a motte-and-bailey castle with associated defensive features and adjoining earthworks that reflect multiple phases of use and occupation. The principal mound, known as Castle Hill, represents the motte element of what was likely a Norman or early medieval fortified settlement, whilst the adjoining earthworks suggest a more extensive defensive or administrative complex than the castle alone. The monument is of significance for understanding the pattern of medieval settlement and fortification in Norfolk and the transition between earlier and later medieval occupation of the site.

Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003994. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green?

Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green is a complex of medieval and earlier earthworks situated in Norfolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003994.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green?

Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green 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 1003994.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill, Hangman's Hill and adjoining earthworks, Darrow Green?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Flixton II Anglo-Saxon Cemetery (5 km), Boys Hall moated site, 410m north west of The Grange (5.5 km), Moated site of Flixton Priory (5.9 km).

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