Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRingwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm

Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm

England
List entry 1014537
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Whitehouse Camp is a ringwork and bailey earthwork located approximately 200 metres north of Trelan Farm in Herefordshire. The monument comprises a circular or oval enclosure formed by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of ringwork fortifications of the medieval period, likely dating from the 11th or 12th century. The site represents a form of fortified residence typical of the Norman period in the Welsh Marches, where such defensive structures served both military and domestic purposes for local lords. The earthworks remain substantially visible, preserving important evidence of medieval settlement and the pattern of Norman fortification in the region.

Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014537. View the official record →

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What is Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm?

Whitehouse Camp is a ringwork and bailey earthwork located approximately 200 metres north of Trelan Farm in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014537.

Who is responsible for protecting Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm?

Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan 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 1014537.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ringwork and bailey known as Whitehouse Camp, 200m north of Trelan Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 700m NNE of Duke's Farm (0.6 km), Motte castle, chapel, post-medieval house and garden remains east of Urishay Castle Farm (3.3 km), Two bowl barrows and a lime kiln 220m west of Llan Oleu (4 km).

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