Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPanpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station

Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station

England
List entry 1013493
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Panpudding Hill is a ringwork and bailey castle located approximately 100 metres south of Bridgnorth Station in Shropshire. The monument consists of an earthwork defensive structure typical of early Norman fortification, with a raised circular or oval mound surrounded by a ditch, characteristic of ringwork-and-bailey design from the late eleventh or twelfth century. The site represents a significant example of small-scale feudal military architecture in the Marches region, reflecting the strategic importance of the Bridgnorth area during the Norman period. The earthworks remain substantially visible and are protected as a scheduled ancient monument under national heritage legislation.

Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013493. View the official record →

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What is Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station?

Panpudding Hill is a ringwork and bailey castle located approximately 100 metres south of Bridgnorth Station in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013493.

Who is responsible for protecting Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station?

Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station 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 1013493.

What other scheduled monuments are near Panpudding Hill: a ringwork and bailey castle 100m south of Bridgnorth Station?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bridgnorth Castle (0.4 km), The Hermitage (1.6 km), Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford (2.8 km).

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