Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCatterlen Hall tower house

Catterlen Hall tower house

England
List entry 1012829
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Catterlen Hall tower house is a medieval fortified residence located in Cumberland, England. The structure dates to the late medieval period and represents the tower house form characteristic of the English-Scottish borderlands, where such defensive domestic buildings provided security for families and their households during a period of considerable regional instability. The tower house survives as a substantial stone building that reflects both residential comfort and military readiness typical of its era.

Catterlen Hall tower house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012829. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Catterlen Hall tower house?

Catterlen Hall tower house is a medieval fortified residence located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012829.

Who is responsible for protecting Catterlen Hall tower house?

Catterlen Hall tower house 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 1012829.

What other scheduled monuments are near Catterlen Hall tower house?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 660m north east of The Cockpit, Askham Fell (9.6 km), Round cairn 580m north east of The Cockpit, Askham Fell (9.6 km), Round cairn 520m north east of The Cockpit, Askham Fell (9.6 km).

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