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Mortimer's Castle is a motte-and-bailey fortification situated north and east of St Bartholomew's Church in Herefordshire. The monument dates to the Norman period, representing a significant example of early medieval military architecture in the Welsh Marches. The castle consists of an earthwork mound typical of motte-and-bailey design, reflecting the strategic importance of the location during the Norman settlement and consolidation of power in the borderlands. The site's proximity to the parish church indicates the close relationship between military and ecclesiastical authority characteristic of Norman-period settlements in this region.
Mortimer's Castle N and E of St Bartholomew's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001744. View the official record →
Mortimer's Castle is a motte-and-bailey fortification situated north and east of St Bartholomew's Church in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001744.
Mortimer's Castle N and E of St Bartholomew's Church 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 1001744.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church (0.1 km), Chapel at Chapel Farm (3.9 km), Moated site at Bellamys farm (4.1 km).
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