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Stamford Castle is a Norman castle established in the late eleventh century at Stamford in Lincolnshire. The castle occupies a strategic position overlooking the River Welland and was constructed following the Norman Conquest as part of the consolidation of Norman power in the East Midlands. Today only fragmentary remains survive, including earthwork defences and masonry foundations that testify to its former significance as a baronial stronghold. The site demonstrates the typical layout of a motte-and-bailey castle, though its precise architectural phases and the extent of later medieval modifications remain subjects of ongoing archaeological study.
Stamford Castle (remains of) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005011. View the official record →
Stamford Castle is a Norman castle established in the late eleventh century at Stamford in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005011.
Stamford Castle (remains of) 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 1005011.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wothorpe House (1.7 km), Collyweston sundial (5.3 km), Site of manor house and gardens (5.4 km).
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