Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWoodgarston ring motte

Woodgarston ring motte

England
List entry 1001915
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Woodgarston ring motte is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle situated in Hampshire, England. The site comprises a substantial mound surrounded by a ditch, characteristic of early medieval fortifications constructed during the 11th and 12th centuries following the Norman Conquest. The earthwork represents a typical example of the defensive structures erected by Norman lords to consolidate control over conquered English territories. The monument survives as an important archaeological record of Norman military architecture and settlement patterns in southern England.

Woodgarston ring motte is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001915. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Woodgarston ring motte?

Woodgarston ring motte is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle situated in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001915.

Who is responsible for protecting Woodgarston ring motte?

Woodgarston ring motte 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 1001915.

What other scheduled monuments are near Woodgarston ring motte?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman site NW of Woodgarston Farm (0.9 km), Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm (1.7 km), Winklebury camp (3.6 km).

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