Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCotley Castle

Cotley Castle

England
List entry 1003180
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cotley Castle is a late medieval fortified house situated in Devon, England. The structure dates to the fifteenth century and represents the domestic architecture of the gentry class during the late medieval period. The castle survives as a substantial stone-built structure that demonstrates the defensive and residential characteristics typical of its era, including features intended to project the status and security of its occupants. As a registered monument, it forms part of the archaeological and architectural record of Devon's medieval settlement pattern.

Cotley Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003180. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cotley Castle?

Cotley Castle is a late medieval fortified house situated in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003180.

Who is responsible for protecting Cotley Castle?

Cotley 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 1003180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cotley Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Windy Cross (1.1 km), Roman signal station 450m north of Marshall Farm (2.6 km), Ide Bridge (4.3 km).

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