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Archaeological sites · South East England

A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam

In or near Newenden.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam — archaeological site in Bodiam, Rother, England, UK.

A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam, archaeological sites in East Sussex

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Bodiam · 0.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam is an archaeological site in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: scheduled monument. Wikidata describes it as: "archaeological site in Bodiam, Rother, England, UK". Coordinates: 51.0019°, 0.5429°.

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bodiam, East Sussex, features a quadrangular castle set within a landscaped environment, including a millpond, medieval crofts, and cultivation earthworks. This site is designated as a scheduled monument and is located in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Additionally, it includes a World War II pillbox, reflecting its varied historical significance.

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Coordinates
51.0019, 0.5429
County
East Sussex
District
Rother
Parish
Bodiam
Postcode
TN32 5UA
Parliamentary constituency
Bexhill and Battle
Nearest railway station
Bodiam — 0.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam?
A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN32 5UA), in the parish of Bodiam.
What is A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam?
A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam — archaeological site in Bodiam, Rother, England, UK.
How do I get to A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam?
The nearest railway station is Bodiam, about 0.6 km away. The nearest town is Newenden. Drivers can use postcode TN32 5UA.
Is A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam a listed building?
A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
Is A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam a protected site?
Yes — A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
Is A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam free to visit?
Yes, A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam is free to enter.
How do I get to A quadrangular castle and its landscaped setting, an associated millpond, medieval crofts and cultivation earthworks, and a World War II pillbox at Bodiam?
The nearest railway station is Bodiam, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN32 5UA.