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Norfolk12
N 52° 03.852 W 000° 49.824
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A pictorial Sign with information of the Medieval Village that existed here
Waymark Code: WMF1DQ
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/06/2012
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You can still see the pond that was there
in the photo background.
Oldest Wolverton
The bumps and hollows in the fields at Old Wolverton, on either side of the canal, are all that remains of Wolverton medieval village.
The large mound next to Holy Trinity Church marks the site of Wolverton Castle which was built around 1100 by the de Wolverton family who made it the centre of their extensive estates. It consisted of an earth mound (Motte) topped with a timber tower and a courtyard (bailey), defended by a bank topped with a timber palisade. Inside the bailey space had to be found for the living accommodation, stores, barns and stables.
Location Name: Old Wolverton Medieval Village
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Visit Instructions:
A photo of either you or your GPS at the site is welcomed but not required.