Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHarrold Round House

Harrold Round House

England
List entry 1004604
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Harrold Round House is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Bedfordshire. The monument represents a motte-and-bailey castle, a characteristic fortified residence of the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. The site comprises a substantial mound with surrounding defensive ditches, typical of the elevated strongholds erected by Norman lords to establish control over the English landscape. Such structures served both military and administrative functions, housing the lord's residence and providing a defensible base for the surrounding estate.

Harrold Round House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004604. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Harrold Round House?

Harrold Round House is a medieval settlement earthwork located in Bedfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004604.

Who is responsible for protecting Harrold Round House?

Harrold Round 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 1004604.

What other scheduled monuments are near Harrold Round House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and associated enclosure at Uphoe Manor Farm 700m east of Lavendon Church. (4.2 km), Turvey Bridge (4.6 km), Stevington village cross (5.2 km).

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