Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle

The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle

England
List entry 1018684
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Manwar Ings is a motte and bailey castle situated in Lincolnshire, England. The monument consists of the earthwork remains characteristic of this castle type, with a raised mound (motte) and an adjoining bailey or defended enclosure. Dating to the medieval period, likely the Norman era following the Norman Conquest of 1066, such fortifications served as early military strongholds and administrative centres. The site's survival as earthwork remains reflects the substantial nature of these defensive structures, though the original timber or stone superstructure has not endured.

The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018684. View the official record →

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What is The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle?

The Manwar Ings is a motte and bailey castle situated in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018684.

Who is responsible for protecting The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle?

The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey 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 1018684.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Manwar Ings: remains of a motte and bailey castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Swineshead Abbey (0.7 km), Butter cross, Swineshead (0.9 km), Stump Cross (1.3 km).

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