Dodleston Castle in Cheshire was founded in the Middle Ages as a ringwork castle before being developed into a motte-and-bailey.[1]: 42  It was first mentioned in 1277, but may have existed in the 12th century when the manor of Dodleston was held by the Boydel family.[1]: 27  The site has been protected as a scheduled monument since 1952.[2] The earthworks were surveyed in 1964, 1986, and 1995 – the third survey was the most detailed and was carried out by University College Chester.[1]: 36 

Dodleston Castle
Earthworks and moat remains
Earthworks and moat remains, from adjacent churchyard
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Architectural style
Town or cityDodleston, Cheshire
CountryEngland
Coordinates53°08′28″N 2°57′22″W / 53.1410°N 2.9562°W / 53.1410; -2.9562
Official nameDodleston motte and bailey castle
Designated29 December 1952
Reference no.1012419

References

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  1. ^ a b c Swallow, Rachel (2014). "Palimpsest of border power: the archaeological survey of Dodleston Castle, Cheshire". Cheshire History. 54.
  2. ^ Historic England. "Dodleston motte and bailey castle (1012419)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 10 December 2021.
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