Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMontem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey

Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey

England
List entry 1007928
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Montem Mound is a motte situated at Salt Hill in the parish of Upton-cum-Chalvey, Buckinghamshire, dating to the Norman period following the Conquest of 1066. The earthwork comprises a substantial raised mound typical of early Norman fortifications, constructed as a defensive stronghold during the establishment of Norman control in the region. Though now much reduced from its original form, the mound remains a significant archaeological monument testifying to the pattern of Norman military settlement across southern England in the eleventh and twelfth centuries. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1007928.

Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007928. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey?

Montem Mound is a motte situated at Salt Hill in the parish of Upton-cum-Chalvey, Buckinghamshire, dating to the Norman period following the Conquest of 1066. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007928.

Who is responsible for protecting Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey?

Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey 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 1007928.

What other scheduled monuments are near Montem Mound: a motte at Salt Hill, Upton-cum Chalvey?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Cippenham Court (1.5 km), Bowl barrow in Stoke Park Playing Field, 400m south of Stoke Park House (2.2 km), Windsor Castle (3 km).

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