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Medieval settlement, site of quadrangular castle and relict garden between Ilton Farm and Ilton Castle Farm is a scheduled ancient monument preserving evidence of medieval occupation and fortification in Devon. The site encompasses the remains of a quadrangular castle together with associated settlement features and a relict garden, representing a significant example of medieval domestic and defensive architecture in the region. The monument dates to the medieval period, with the castle forming the principal structural element of what was evidently a substantial aristocratic or gentry residence. The survival of garden earthworks alongside the castle ruins provides valuable archaeological evidence for understanding the layout and use of medieval elite settlements in southwest England.
Medieval settlement, site of quadrangular castle and relict garden between Ilton Farm and Ilton Castle Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019947. View the official record →
Medieval settlement, site of quadrangular castle and relict garden between Ilton Farm and Ilton Castle Farm is a scheduled ancient monument preserving evidence of medieval occupation and fortification in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019947.
Medieval settlement, site of quadrangular castle and relict garden between Ilton Farm and Ilton Castle Farm 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 1019947.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fort Charles (2.4 km), Hilltop enclosure 380m east of Middle Soar (3.3 km), Two hut circles and associated field systems and enclosure at Mousehill Brake (3.5 km).
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