Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank

Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank

England
List entry 1017239
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cheswardine Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification located in Shropshire, England. The castle consists of a substantial earthen mound with an associated bailey, typical of early Norman defensive architecture of the eleventh and twelfth centuries. A linear bank, likely representing defensive or boundary earthworks associated with the castle complex, extends from the main fortification. The site represents an important example of Norman settlement and military control in the Welsh borderlands during the medieval period.

Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017239. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank?

Cheswardine Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification located in Shropshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017239.

Who is responsible for protecting Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank?

Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank 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 1017239.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cheswardine Castle and an associated linear bank?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hales Roman Villa (3.6 km), Bishop's Wood glass furnace (4.2 km), Audley's Cross, 240m SSW of Audley's Cross Farmhouse (5.2 km).

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