Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMotte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm

Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm

England
List entry 1014882
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm is a Norman earthwork fortification located in Herefordshire. The monument comprises a motte, the characteristic steep-sided mound typical of early Norman defensive architecture, dating to the medieval period following the Norman Conquest. Such mottes served as military strongpoints and administrative centres across the English landscape, particularly concentrated in the Welsh Marches where this example stands. The earthwork remains substantially preserved as a landscape feature, preserving evidence of the Norman settlement pattern and military organisation of the region.

Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014882. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm?

Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm is a Norman earthwork fortification located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014882.

Who is responsible for protecting Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm?

Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm 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 1014882.

What other scheduled monuments are near Motte castle 100m north east of Howton Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard (3.8 km), Moated site 150m south east of St Mary's Church (3.9 km), Grosmont Castle (5 km).

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