Pulford Castle is a 12th century earthwork motte and bailey fortress, founded by Robert de Pulford. Surrounding the low motte, are the remains of a ditch, with a counterscarp bank and standing against the slope of Pulford Brook is a rectangular bailey. This small castle defended the ancient crossing point and was garrisoned in 1403, against Owen Glendower. 2 miles north-west is Dodleston Castle and 4 miles south-east is Holt Castle.