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Ringwork in Castlehill Wood is a medieval fortified enclosure situated in Derbyshire. The monument consists of a circular or oval defensive earthwork comprising a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of ringwork fortifications dating to the Norman period or High Middle Ages. Such works typically served as lords' residences or administrative centres, combining domestic and defensive functions within a compact fortified plan. The site's preservation within woodland has maintained the integrity of its earthwork features, making it an important example of medieval military architecture in the East Midlands.
Ringwork in Castlehill Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011431. View the official record →
Ringwork in Castlehill Wood is a medieval fortified enclosure situated in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011431.
Ringwork in Castlehill Wood 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 1011431.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Melandra Castle Roman fort (2 km), Round cairn between Coombes Edge and Cown Edge (3.7 km), Round cairn west of Hollingworthhall Moor (4.7 km).
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