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Peel Hill motte and bailey castle is a Norman fortification situated near Thorne in South Yorkshire. The monument consists of a substantial motte, or earthen mound, with an associated bailey, or defended enclosure, typical of early medieval military architecture introduced to England following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The site dates to the eleventh or twelfth century and represents one of the numerous castles established by Norman lords to consolidate territorial control and administrative authority across northern England. The earthwork remains visible as a prominent archaeological feature, preserving evidence of Norman settlement patterns and military strategy in the region.
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013451. View the official record →
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle is a Norman fortification situated near Thorne in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013451.
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne. 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 1013451.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross on Pinfold Lane (3.4 km), Wayside cross on Trundle Lane (3.9 km), Warren Hall moated site (5.6 km).
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