Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval moated site, Glottenham Castle

Medieval moated site, Glottenham Castle

England
List entry 1012779
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Glottenham Castle is a medieval moated site located in Sussex, England, dating to the medieval period. The monument comprises a substantial defensive earthwork consisting of a mound surrounded by a water-filled moat, a characteristic feature of high-status medieval domestic sites. Such moated enclosures were typically constructed between the 12th and 16th centuries and served as fortified residences for minor nobility or affluent landowners. The site represents an important example of medieval settlement archaeology and demonstrates the widespread adoption of moated fortifications across southern England during the later medieval period.

Medieval moated site, Glottenham Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012779. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval moated site, Glottenham Castle?

Glottenham Castle is a medieval moated site located in Sussex, England, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012779.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval moated site, Glottenham Castle?

Medieval moated site, Glottenham 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 1012779.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval moated site, Glottenham Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow in Wellhead Wood (3.2 km), Robertsbridge Abbey (3.3 km), Panningridge iron furnace site (6 km).

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