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The Mount is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Hertfordshire, England, representing a significant example of early Norman fortification dating to the 11th or 12th century. The monument consists of a substantial artificial mound, typical of motte-and-bailey construction, which would originally have supported a wooden palisade and keep structure commanding the surrounding landscape. Such castles served defensive and administrative functions during the Norman period, establishing control over local territories and populations. The site remains an important archaeological record of early medieval fortification practices in England, preserving evidence of the architectural strategies employed by Norman lords in consolidating their authority following the Conquest.
'The Mount' is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003544. View the official record →
The Mount is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Hertfordshire, England, representing a significant example of early Norman fortification dating to the 11th or 12th century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003544.
'The Mount' 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 1003544.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hankins Moated Site, Roe Green (1.8 km), Gannock Grove moated site and hollow-way (4 km), Site of Cumberlow Manor House (4.9 km).
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