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Motte Castle at Upper Buckton is a Norman fortification located in Herefordshire, England. The monument comprises a substantial motte, or artificial mound, typical of early Norman military architecture constructed during the eleventh and twelfth centuries following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The site demonstrates the characteristic form of motte-and-bailey castles that served as administrative and defensive centres across the English countryside during the Norman period. Upper Buckton's motte remains an important example of this earthwork castle type, reflecting the consolidation of Norman power in the Welsh Marches region of Herefordshire.
Motte castle at Upper Buckton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014102. View the official record →
Motte Castle at Upper Buckton is a Norman fortification located in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014102.
Motte castle at Upper Buckton 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 1014102.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lingen Castle (6.2 km), Limebrook Priory (7.2 km), Castle mound in Camp Wood (7.9 km).
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