Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSleaford Castle

Sleaford Castle

England
List entry 1013527
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sleaford Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle constructed in the late eleventh century in Lincolnshire. The site consists of an artificial mound with a surrounding ditch, characteristic of early Norman fortifications in England following the Conquest of 1066. The castle served as a defensive stronghold and was associated with the Lincolnshire landholdings of its Norman lords. Today the earthwork remains visible as an important example of early medieval fortification, though no substantial stone structures have survived above ground.

Sleaford Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013527. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sleaford Castle?

Sleaford Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle constructed in the late eleventh century in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013527.

Who is responsible for protecting Sleaford Castle?

Sleaford Castle 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 1013527.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sleaford Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow in Aswarby Park (5.4 km), Hall Close moated manorial complex (5.6 km), Packhorse bridge, Northbeck (5.7 km).

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