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Eshott Castle is a fortified house located in Northumberland, England, dating to the medieval period. The structure represents the domestic architecture of the border region, where fortification was a practical necessity during periods of cross-border conflict. The building survives as a testament to the defensive requirements of Northumbrian landowners during the medieval era, featuring the characteristic masonry construction typical of fortified residences in northern England.
Eshott Castle fortified house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006475. View the official record →
Eshott Castle is a fortified house located in Northumberland, England, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006475.
Eshott Castle fortified 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 1006475.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Felton Old Bridge (2.3 km), Guyzance (or Brainshaugh) Chapel near Acklington (4.6 km), Widdrington Castle and 18th century Gothic castle and gardens south of Widdrington Farm (6.2 km).
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