Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHazelslack Tower

Hazelslack Tower

England
List entry 1007144
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hazelslack Tower is a pele tower located in Westmorland, dating from the medieval period. The structure represents a form of fortified dwelling common to the Anglo-Scottish border region and surrounding areas during the later medieval era. The tower would have served both defensive and residential purposes, providing protection during the period of cross-border raiding that characterised the borderlands. Such towers formed an important part of the landscape of northern England during the medieval period, reflecting the military and social conditions of their time.

Hazelslack Tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007144. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hazelslack Tower?

Hazelslack Tower is a pele tower located in Westmorland, dating from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007144.

Who is responsible for protecting Hazelslack Tower?

Hazelslack 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 1007144.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hazelslack Tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion) (2.3 km), Arnside Tower (2.6 km), Ringwork in Dallam Park 380m south east of Dallam Tower (2.6 km).

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