Castle Hill is a medieval earthwork motte and bailey fortress, which has been damaged by digging. The castle was possibly built in the 11th century or during the Anarchy, in the reign of King Stephen. The motte is encased by a ditch and crowned by a strong breastwork but with the dense cover of trees, the site is best viewed in winter. The position of the bailey has been lost but there maybe slight traces remaining, on the east side of the motte. 6 miles to the east is Kingshaugh Camp and 6 miles south-east is Egmanton Castle.
Castle Hill is located west of Bothamsall, off Main Street. 20 miles north-west of
Newark-on-Trent, on the A1.
The
site
is visible from the road.
Car parking is by the side of the road.
Click
here for castle pictures and a castle map of the area