Castles · West Midlands
Little Houghton Motte
Little Houghton Motte — a castle in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
About
Little Houghton Motte is a named castle in england west midlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Little Houghton Motte is a medieval motte-and-bailey castle located in the West Midlands. The site features a distinctive earthwork mound, which is characteristic of such fortifications. It represents a significant example of early medieval military architecture in the region. The castle remains are of historical interest, reflecting the strategic importance of the area during its time.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2380, -0.8211
Sources
- manual: geonames-6286542 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Little Houghton Motte?
- Little Houghton Motte is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Little Houghton Motte?
- Little Houghton Motte — a castle in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Little Houghton Motte?
- Its coordinates are 52.2380°, -0.8211°.
- Does Little Houghton Motte charge admission?
- Little Houghton Motte typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.