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MOTTE AND BAILEY
An early form of castle consisting of a flat-topped, steep-sided earthen mound, supporting a wooden tower, and accompanied by a bailey.
Motte And Bailey Castle (Non-Preferred)
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Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
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Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| BAILEY | The courtyard of a castle, i.e. the area enclosed by the rampart or curtain wall. Use with wider site type where known. |
| MOTTE | A steep-sided artificial mound on which the principal tower of a castle is set. |
| MOTTE AND BAILEY | An early form of castle consisting of a flat-topped, steep-sided earthen mound, supporting a wooden tower, and accompanied by a bailey. |
| RINGWORK | A defensive bank and ditch, circular or oval in plan, surrounding one or more buildings. |
