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Sapcote Castle is a medieval fortified site in Leicestershire comprising a substantial motte-and-bailey earthwork with an associated moat system. The monument dates from the Norman period, likely established in the 11th or 12th century as a defensive stronghold. The surviving earthworks, including the raised mound and surrounding ditch works, represent typical features of early medieval castle construction in the Midlands, though no substantial stone structures survive above ground. The site demonstrates the strategic importance of fortified settlements in medieval Leicestershire and remains a significant example of Norman military architecture in its landscape context.
Sapcote Castle and moat is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010301. View the official record →
Sapcote Castle is a medieval fortified site in Leicestershire comprising a substantial motte-and-bailey earthwork with an associated moat system. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010301.
Sapcote Castle and moat 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 1010301.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow at Wigston Parva (4.4 km), Crop mark of a bowl barrow at Wigston Parva (4.6 km), High Cross 60m north west of Highcross House (4.9 km).
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