More information : [SJ 48634722] CASTLE HILL [G.T.] (1)
The Castle of Malpas has long been destroyed, and only the circular mound, 40 yds in diam., remains. The Castle ditch has been traced for some distance (2). The church,formerly a private chapel to the castle, was once within the castle precincts (3), [see SJ 44 NE 6]. Scheduled, (4) under 'Camps'. (2-4)
This is a motte, it has an average height of 3.7m. and is grass covered. There is no trace of a bailey or of a ditch. Published survey (25") checked and found correct. (5)
No change to report of 20.10.64. (6)
Listed by Cathcart King. (7) |