Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMyddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm

Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm

England
List entry 1020061
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Myddle Castle is a motte and bailey fortress located near Castle Farm in Shropshire, occupying a commanding position in the north of the county. The monument dates to the Norman period, likely established in the eleventh or twelfth century as part of the network of defensive structures across the English Marches. The site comprises a substantial earthen motte with an adjoining bailey, representing the characteristic two-part plan of early medieval castle design. Though now reduced to earthworks, the castle would have functioned as a territorial stronghold controlling the surrounding landscape during the medieval period.

Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020061. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm?

Myddle Castle is a motte and bailey fortress located near Castle Farm in Shropshire, occupying a commanding position in the north of the county. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020061.

Who is responsible for protecting Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm?

Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle 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 1020061.

What other scheduled monuments are near Myddle Castle immediately south of Castle Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Berth (3.8 km), Bowl barrow 60m south east of Petton parish church (3.9 km), Moated site 320m north east of Petton parish church (3.9 km).

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