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Ringwork and bailey castle 400m south of Langford Barton

Scheduled monument

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Ringwork and bailey castle 400m south of Langford Barton is a scheduled monument in South Hams, England. The earthworks still mark a place where people built, defended or lived before modern roads covered the region. Listing protects the site, but it does not invite casual entry. Any visit must respect the land and its boundaries.
The National Heritage List for England records Ringwork and bailey castle 400m south of Langford Barton as a scheduled monument. The saved point comes from the centre supplied by the official record. Listing does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Built in the 12th or 13th century, this ringwork and bailey castle was likely constructed by a local landowner or noble for defensive purposes during the post-Conquest period. It is remembered as an example of early medieval military architecture and is protected as a scheduled monument due to its historical and archaeological significance.

The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.

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