Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHaughley Castle

Haughley Castle

England
List entry 1006069
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Haughley Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle situated near the village of Haughley in Suffolk. The monument consists of a substantial earthen mound with an associated bailey, representing a typical example of early Norman fortification constructed in the eleventh century following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The castle served as a significant defensive and administrative centre for the region during the medieval period. The earthwork remains largely intact and forms one of the more prominent surviving examples of Norman castle architecture in East Anglia.

Haughley Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006069. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Haughley Castle?

Haughley Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle situated near the village of Haughley in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006069.

Who is responsible for protecting Haughley Castle?

Haughley 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 1006069.

What other scheduled monuments are near Haughley Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rookyard Farm Moats (2.6 km), Russell's Hill moated site (3.9 km), Lady's Well (holy well and moat) (4.9 km).

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