Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMotte, immediately south east of Nook Farm

Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm

England
List entry 1007151
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm, is a medieval earthwork monument consisting of an artificial mound typical of early Norman fortification design. The structure dates to the late eleventh or twelfth century, representing the defensive architecture employed in Cumberland during the period following the Norman Conquest. The motte survives as a substantial raised platform, characteristic of the motte-and-bailey form of fortification common to northern England during this era. Such earthwork castles served as important focal points for Norman territorial control and local administration in the borderland regions of northwest England.

Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007151. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm?

Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm, is a medieval earthwork monument consisting of an artificial mound typical of early Norman fortification design. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007151.

Who is responsible for protecting Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm?

Motte, immediately south east of Nook 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 1007151.

What other scheduled monuments are near Motte, immediately south east of Nook Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 760m SSE of Old Church (1.5 km), Bowl barrow 710m south east of Old Church (1.6 km), Watchclose Roman temporary camp (2.7 km).

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