Pilsbury Castle

United Kingdom / England / Tideswell /

fortification, motte-and-bailey castle, earthwork (archaeology), scheduled ancient monument

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This is the site of an earthwork motte and bailey stronghold that dates back to around the 11th century. Its defensive features include a steep limestone reef and the remains of a wall. It is thought to have been abandoned in the 12th century.
List Entry ID 1011199

Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilsbury_Castle

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Coordinates: 53°10'18"N 1°49'52"W

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