Swerford Castle
| Swerford Castle | |
|---|---|
| Swerford, Oxfordshire, England | |
 The remaining earthworks | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Motte and bailey |
| Condition | Earthworks remain |
| Location | |
  Swerford Castle Shown within Oxfordshire | |
| Coordinates | 51°58′38″N 1°27′35″W / 51.9771°N 1.4598°W |
| Grid reference | grid reference SP372311 |
Swerford Castle was a medieval castle in the village of Swerford, Oxfordshire, England.
History
[edit]Swerford Castle was built in a motte and bailey design in the 12th century.[1] It was positioned so as to overlook the local ford of the River Swere and the village of Swerford.[1] Archaeological remains suggest that the castle was probably constructed during the years of the Anarchy, probably by the same family that built Ascot d'Oilly Castle.[1]
The central motte is 18 m wide in diameter on top, and 30 m in diameter at the base, and 4 m tall; the wider bailey is approximately 52 m by 42 m, with a deep ditch.[1] The remains today are a scheduled monument.[1]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e Historic England. "Details from listed building database (1014748)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 9 June 2011.