Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill Motte

Castle Hill Motte

England
List entry 1018858
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill Motte is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Warwickshire, England. The monument comprises a substantial earthen mound typical of Norman defensive architecture, likely constructed in the late eleventh or twelfth century following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The site represents an important example of early medieval fortification strategy, wherein a raised mound provided a commanding position for timber or stone structures overlooking the surrounding landscape and settlement. The earthwork survives as a significant archaeological record of Norman settlement and territorial control in the Midlands during the medieval period.

Castle Hill Motte is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018858. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Hill Motte?

Castle Hill Motte is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Warwickshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018858.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill Motte?

Castle Hill Motte 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 1018858.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill Motte?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 300m east of Stourton Methodist Chapel (3.2 km), Churchyard cross in St Peter's churchyard (4.6 km), Honington Bridge (5 km).

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