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Motte and Bailey Castle and St Mary's Old Church is a scheduled monument in Herefordshire comprising two distinct medieval structures. The motte and bailey castle represents a typical Norman fortification of the eleventh or twelfth century, consisting of an earthen mound with an associated bailey or defended enclosure. St Mary's Old Church, which adjoins the fortified site, is a medieval ecclesiastical structure that reflects the religious provision of the medieval settlement. Together these monuments illustrate the dual defensive and spiritual infrastructure characteristic of established medieval communities in the border region of Herefordshire.
Motte and bailey castle and St Mary's Old Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014891. View the official record →
Motte and Bailey Castle and St Mary's Old Church is a scheduled monument in Herefordshire comprising two distinct medieval structures. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014891.
Motte and bailey castle and St Mary's Old 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 1014891.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle (2 km), Roman fort at Coppice House (2.4 km), Churchyard cross in St James's churchyard (3.3 km).
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