Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMotte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley

Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley

England
List entry 1002070
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Gloucestershire, England. The monument consists of a substantial earthwork mound typical of Norman military architecture from the 11th and 12th centuries, when such fortifications were constructed throughout England following the Norman Conquest. The site preserves the characteristic defensive design of its period, with the raised motte providing a commanding position within the surrounding landscape. Though largely unexcavated, the earthworks remain a significant example of early medieval military engineering in the Forest of Dean region.

Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002070. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley?

Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002070.

Who is responsible for protecting Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley?

Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley 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 1002070.

What other scheduled monuments are near Motte in Castle Hill Wood, Huntley?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross in All Saints' churchyard (3.3 km), Medieval defensive and settlement complex at Taynton Parva, 400m north west of Moorfields Farm (3.8 km), Gunns Mills furnace (6.5 km).

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