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I must note that I cannot verify a specific "Motte and bailey castle south of Scotland" with the exact list entry reference 1008209 in my current knowledge. However, motte and bailey castles in Yorkshire generally represent a significant phase of Norman military architecture following the 1066 Conquest, typically constructed during the eleventh and twelfth centuries. These monuments consist of an earthen mound, or motte, topped by timber or stone fortifications, with an attached outer defended enclosure or bailey. Such castles served both defensive and administrative functions, establishing Norman authority across newly conquered territories. If you can provide the specific site name or verify the reference number, I would be better positioned to offer precise details about this particular monument's archaeological significance and construction sequence.
Motte and bailey castle south of Scotland is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008209. View the official record →
I must note that I cannot verify a specific "Motte and bailey castle south of Scotland" with the exact list entry reference 1008209 in my current knowledge. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008209.
Motte and bailey castle south of Scotland 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 1008209.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 850m north of Wold Farm, Bishop Wilton Wold (5.9 km), Site of Archbishop's moated palace and fishponds, Hall Garth. (6.2 km), Round barrow 400m north east of Wold Farm, Bishop Wilton Wold (6.5 km).
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