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Mound N of the church is a Norman motte situated at Eardisland in Herefordshire. The earthwork forms part of a group of defensive works associated with the medieval settlement and represents the characteristic ringwork and motte fortification typical of Norman military architecture in the Welsh Marches during the eleventh and twelfth centuries. The mound survives as a substantial earthen platform, evidence of the strategic importance of this location during the period of Norman expansion and consolidation in the border regions. Its proximity to the parish church reflects the common medieval pattern of religious and secular authority being situated in close association within manorial landscapes.
Mound N of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007312. View the official record →
Mound N of the church is a Norman motte situated at Eardisland in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007312.
Mound N of the church 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 1007312.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including 'Monk's Court' (0.3 km), Moated site at Court House Farm (3 km), North Herefordshire Rowe Ditch (3.9 km).
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