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Moated site of Dacre Castle is a medieval fortified residence located in Cumberland, in the north-west of England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a motte-and-bailey castle surrounded by a substantial moat, dating from the Norman period following the conquest of 1066. The castle was constructed as part of the Norman consolidation of northern England and served as a defensive stronghold for the local lords who controlled the surrounding territory. The moated earthworks represent a significant example of early medieval military architecture in the region, though the original timber or stone structures that once stood upon the mound have largely disappeared, leaving only the characteristic topographical features of the fortification visible today.
Moated site of Dacre Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011680. View the official record →
Moated site of Dacre Castle is a medieval fortified residence located in Cumberland, in the north-west of England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011680.
Moated site of Dacre 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 1011680.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring cairn east of Threepow Raise (5.3 km), Linear stone bank on Askham Fell (5.8 km), Ring cairn on Askham Fell including The Cop Stone (6.1 km).
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