The Mount

England
List entry 1005309
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Mount is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Worcestershire, England. The site comprises an earthen mound typical of Norman fortifications constructed during the eleventh and twelfth centuries, representing a common form of military architecture in post-Conquest England. The monument survives as a substantial raised mound with associated bailey earthworks, demonstrating the characteristic defensive design of early medieval castles that relied upon elevated positions and wooden or stone structures to command their immediate surroundings. Such fortifications served as administrative and military centres for Norman lords establishing control over the English landscape following 1066.

The Mount is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005309. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Mount?

The Mount is a motte-and-bailey castle situated in Worcestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005309.

Who is responsible for protecting The Mount?

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 1005309.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Mount?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site known as Moon's Moat (1.3 km), Park Wood Camp, Ipsley (3.8 km), Studley Old Castle : a motte castle (5.8 km).

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