Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill motte and bailey castle

Castle Hill motte and bailey castle

England
List entry 1019202
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill is a motte and bailey castle situated in Shropshire, England, representing a type of fortification commonly constructed in the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. The site comprises an earthen mound, or motte, accompanied by an adjoining defensive enclosure, or bailey, characteristic of early medieval military architecture. The castle dates to the Norman period, though the exact chronology of its construction and occupation remains subject to archaeological interpretation. Like many motte and bailey fortifications in the English Midlands, Castle Hill represents the strategic consolidation of Norman authority in the decades following the conquest, though little is documented regarding its specific historical narrative or the extent of any stone structures that may have been erected upon its earthworks.

Castle Hill motte and bailey castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019202. View the official record →

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What is Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?

Castle Hill is a motte and bailey castle situated in Shropshire, England, representing a type of fortification commonly constructed in the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019202.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?

Castle Hill motte and bailey castle 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 1019202.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church (0.6 km), Site of medieval college (0.7 km), Moated site 150m south-west of Brewood Lodge (2.8 km).

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