Wymondley Castle
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Wymondley Castle, also known as Great Wymondley Castle, is a ruined castle in the village of Great Wymondley, near Hitchin in Hertfordshire, England.
It has been seen as being part of a group of unlicensed (adulterine) castles in Hertfordshire, including Pirton and Therfield. The castle was possibly erected by the Argentein family, who were of Norman origin.[1] They were lords of the manor and are associated with St Mary's church near the castle which dates from the 12th century.
Description
[edit]Only earthworks remain. The castle is of the "motte and bailey" type. It is set in a rectangular feature which Historic England describes as a "manorial enclosure". This feature possibly dates from Roman times (there is evidence of Roman occupation).[1] Historic England suggests archaeological investigation is needed to establish its use.[2]
Conservation
[edit]The remains are protected as an ancient monument, "Great Wymondley Castle: a motte and bailey castle and associated manorial enclosure 20m east of St Mary's Church, Great Wymondley".[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Fitzpatrick-Matthews, Keith (2020). "The Archaeology of the Wymondleys".
- ^ a b Historic England. "Details from listed building database (1010761)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 11 September 2021.