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The motte and bailey castle immediately south west of The Moat is a Norman fortification of the eleventh or twelfth century. The monument consists of the characteristic two-part defensive structure typical of early Norman military architecture in England, comprising an earthen mound with an associated bailey or outer enclosure. The site represents the standard form of temporary or semi-permanent fortification employed during the period following the Norman Conquest, utilising earth and timber construction methods that were rapid to construct and effective for local territorial control. Such fortifications were common throughout the Welsh Marches during this period, serving both military and administrative functions for Norman lords establishing their authority in the region.
Motte and bailey castle immediately south west of The Moat is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019011. View the official record →
The motte and bailey castle immediately south west of The Moat is a Norman fortification of the eleventh or twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019011.
Motte and bailey castle immediately south west of The Moat 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 1019011.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beacon Hill Round Barrows (3.9 km), Round Barrow Near Pennant Pound (4.9 km), Warren Hill Round Barrow (5.2 km).
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