Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMisarden Park motte and bailey castle

Misarden Park motte and bailey castle

England
List entry 1004870
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Misarden Park motte and bailey is a medieval fortified earthwork located in Gloucestershire. The monument consists of a motte, or artificial mound, accompanied by one or more baileys, the characteristic defensive arrangement of early Norman castle construction. Dating to the Norman period following the conquest of 1066, such fortifications represent the dominant military architecture of the eleventh and twelfth centuries in England. The earthwork survives as a significant archaeological monument demonstrating the pattern of Norman settlement and territorial control in the English countryside during the medieval period.

Misarden Park motte and bailey castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004870. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Misarden Park motte and bailey castle?

Misarden Park motte and bailey is a medieval fortified earthwork located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004870.

Who is responsible for protecting Misarden Park motte and bailey castle?

Misarden Park motte and bailey 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 1004870.

What other scheduled monuments are near Misarden Park motte and bailey castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lillyhorn Roman villa, Bournes Green (5.8 km), Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard (5.9 km), Bowl barrow known as Money Tump (6 km).

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