Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStudley Old Castle : a motte castle

Studley Old Castle : a motte castle

England
List entry 1013161
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Studley Old Castle is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Warwickshire, England, and represents an important example of early Norman fortification. The site consists of a substantial mound with associated earthworks typical of the 11th and 12th centuries, the period during which such castles proliferated following the Norman Conquest. The castle's strategic location and physical characteristics suggest it served defensive and administrative functions for its controlling family during the medieval period. As a scheduled monument, Studley Old Castle preserves valuable evidence of early medieval military architecture and settlement patterns in the English Midlands.

Studley Old Castle : a motte castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013161. View the official record →

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What is Studley Old Castle : a motte castle?

Studley Old Castle is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Warwickshire, England, and represents an important example of early Norman fortification. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013161.

Who is responsible for protecting Studley Old Castle : a motte castle?

Studley Old Castle : a motte 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 1013161.

What other scheduled monuments are near Studley Old Castle : a motte castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement at Mill Ford Farm (3.9 km), 'Danes Bank' (4 km), Beauchamp Court moated site (5.2 km).

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