Archaeological sites · East of England
Motte
In or near Ashridge.
Motte — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Berkhamsted · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Motte is a archaeological located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Osborne is a historic estate located on the Isle of Wight, known for its association with Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Visitors can explore the beautifully preserved house, gardens, and collections that reflect the royal family's life and history.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Motte is an archaeological site located in the West Midlands. It is characterised by its earthwork mounds, typically associated with medieval fortifications. The site provides insights into the region's historical landscape and defensive architecture.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.7643, -0.5582
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- Dacorum
- Parish
- Berkhamsted
- Postcode
- HP4 1LJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Harpenden and Berkhamsted
- Phone
- (01793) 414630
- Nearest railway station
- Berkhamsted — 0.3 km
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/1698318478 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Motte?
- Motte is in Hertfordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode HP4 1LJ), in the parish of Berkhamsted.
- What is Motte?
- Motte — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Berkhamsted, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode HP4 1LJ.
- Is Motte a protected site?
- Yes — Motte is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Motte free to visit?
- Yes, Motte is free to enter.
- How do I get to Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Berkhamsted, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HP4 1LJ.