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The Mount is a motte and bailey castle situated in Suffolk, England, representing a classic example of Norman fortification dating to the 11th or 12th century. The monument consists of a substantial earthen mound, the motte, accompanied by an adjoining bailey platform, typical of the defensive architecture employed in the decades following the Norman Conquest of 1066. Such fortifications served as important administrative and military centres during the early medieval period, controlling local territory and resources. The site's earthwork construction has been substantially preserved, making it a significant archaeological resource for understanding Norman settlement and military strategy in East Anglia.
Motte and bailey castle known as The Mount is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018329. View the official record →
The Mount is a motte and bailey castle situated in Suffolk, England, representing a classic example of Norman fortification dating to the 11th or 12th century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018329.
Motte and bailey castle known as The Mount 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 1018329.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Brook House (3.5 km), Boys Hall moated site, 410m north west of The Grange (6.2 km), Moated site immediately north of St Margaret's Green (6.3 km).
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