Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLindsey Castle

Lindsey Castle

England
List entry 1006042
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lindsey Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle located in Suffolk, England. The site comprises a substantial earthwork consisting of a raised mound with an associated bailey, characteristic of eleventh-century defensive architecture. The castle dates to the Norman period following the conquest of 1066 and represents the type of fortified settlement established by Norman lords across England during the consolidation of their rule. The earthwork remains largely intact, preserving important evidence of early medieval military and administrative organisation in East Anglia.

Lindsey Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006042. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lindsey Castle?

Lindsey Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006042.

Who is responsible for protecting Lindsey Castle?

Lindsey 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 1006042.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lindsey Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Manorial bank adjacent to Lindsey Chapel (0.2 km), St James' Chapel (0.3 km), Kersey Priory (1.9 km).

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