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Higham Ferrers Motte and Bailey Castle, with Ponds, Warren and Dovecote is a Norman fortified site located in Northamptonshire, dating to the medieval period following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The monument comprises a substantial earthwork mound (motte) with an adjoining bailey, alongside associated medieval features including fishponds, a warren for rabbit breeding, and a dovecote structure. The site represents a typical example of Norman defensive and manorial organisation, with the motte and bailey serving as the primary fortification whilst the ancillary features demonstrate the economic and agricultural functions of the estate. The combination of military and domestic infrastructure reflects the integration of feudal power and land management characteristic of medieval noble holdings in the twelfth century and beyond.
Higham Ferrers Motte and Bailey Castle, with Ponds, Warren and Dovecote is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012113. View the official record →
Higham Ferrers Motte and Bailey Castle, with Ponds, Warren and Dovecote is a Norman fortified site located in Northamptonshire, dating to the medieval period following the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012113.
Higham Ferrers Motte and Bailey Castle, with Ponds, Warren and Dovecote 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 1012113.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including 'Chichele College': the remains of the medieval college of Higham Ferrers (0.1 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin churchyard (0.2 km), Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall (0.2 km).
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