Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHolne Chase Castle

Holne Chase Castle

England
List entry 1003842
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Holne Chase Castle is a motte-and-bailey earthwork situated in Devon, England, dating to the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. The monument comprises a substantial mound with surrounding defensive ditches, typical of early Norman military architecture in southwestern England. The site served as a fortified stronghold during the medieval period, commanding the local landscape. The earthwork remains substantially visible and represents an important example of Norman settlement and territorial control in Devonshire.

Holne Chase Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003842. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Holne Chase Castle?

Holne Chase Castle is a motte-and-bailey earthwork situated in Devon, England, dating to the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003842.

Who is responsible for protecting Holne Chase Castle?

Holne Chase 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 1003842.

What other scheduled monuments are near Holne Chase Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow NW of Harbourneford (9.6 km), Three enclosed hut groups, Black Tor, Shipley Bridge (9.7 km), Enclosure with hut circles north of Bala Brook intake (10.3 km).

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