Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house

Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house

England
List entry 1019978
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Kingsbury Hall is a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house located in Warwickshire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a medieval fortified enclosure, likely dating to the twelfth or thirteenth century, which was subsequently developed as a residential dwelling during the post-medieval period. The monument retains visible defensive features characteristic of small medieval castles of the region, though substantial alterations and additions were made to accommodate domestic use in later centuries. As a scheduled ancient monument, Kingsbury Hall represents an important example of the evolution of fortified residences in the English Midlands from military to primarily domestic purposes.

Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019978. View the official record →

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What is Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house?

Kingsbury Hall is a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house located in Warwickshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019978.

Who is responsible for protecting Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house?

Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval 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 1019978.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval house?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Drakenage Farm moated site, a fishpond and associated closes (1.4 km), Moated site 270m south east of Middleton Farm (2.3 km), Cross immediately south of St John's Church (4.2 km).

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