Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHarbybrow pele tower

Harbybrow pele tower

England
List entry 1007257
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Harbybrow pele tower is a fortified tower located in Cumberland, England, dating to the medieval period. The structure represents the characteristic defensive architecture of the Anglo-Scottish border region, where such towers served as strongholds for local families and provided protection during periods of cross-border conflict. The pele tower exemplifies the practical military engineering of its era, constructed to withstand raids and disturbances common to the northern English borderlands during the medieval period.

Harbybrow pele tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007257. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Harbybrow pele tower?

Harbybrow pele tower is a fortified tower located in Cumberland, England, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007257.

Who is responsible for protecting Harbybrow pele tower?

Harbybrow pele tower 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 1007257.

What other scheduled monuments are near Harbybrow pele tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blennerhasset Roman fort, 300m south west of Harbybrow (0.3 km), Moated site 1/4 mile (400m) NE of Cockbridge (1 km), Roman road, Waverbridge to Pattenfoot (3.7 km).

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