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Denham Castle is a motte and bailey castle situated in Suffolk, England, representing a fortification of Norman date. The monument comprises a substantial mound, or motte, with an associated bailey, typical of the earthwork fortifications erected in the decades following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The site demonstrates the characteristic defensive arrangement of its period, with the mound likely serving as a vantage point and refuge whilst the bailey provided an enclosure for domestic and administrative functions. As a surviving example of Norman military architecture, Denham Castle reflects the consolidation of Norman power in East Anglia during the eleventh and twelfth centuries.
Motte and bailey at Denham Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006020. View the official record →
Denham Castle is a motte and bailey castle situated in Suffolk, England, representing a fortification of Norman date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006020.
Motte and bailey at Denham 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 1006020.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Mary's Church (3.8 km), Gesyns: moated site 600m south east of Elms Farm (4.4 km), Sylhall: moated site 520m south of Elms Farm (4.9 km).
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