Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMiddleton Stoney Castle

Middleton Stoney Castle

England
List entry 1015164
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Middleton Stoney Castle is a motte-and-bailey fortification located in Oxfordshire, England. The site dates to the Norman period, likely established in the eleventh or twelfth century as part of the wider programme of castle construction following the Norman Conquest. The castle comprises an earthen motte, or artificial mound, with an associated bailey, or defended enclosure, typical of early Norman military architecture in England. Though now reduced to earthworks, the site remains an important archaeological record of Norman defensive settlement and territorial control in the region.

Middleton Stoney Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015164. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Middleton Stoney Castle?

Middleton Stoney Castle is a motte-and-bailey fortification located in Oxfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015164.

Who is responsible for protecting Middleton Stoney Castle?

Middleton Stoney 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 1015164.

What other scheduled monuments are near Middleton Stoney Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site E of school (4.7 km), Alchester Roman site (4.9 km), Alchester Roman parade ground, access road and marching camp (5.8 km).

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