St John's Chapel, Weardale House; possible motte. (St. John's Chapel)

A large (up to 60m across) grass and tree-covered mound with a flat top stands at Weardale House. It is unlikely to be a burial mound, but it was perhaps a medieval (1066 to 1540) motte. Local traditions mention the site as the burial site of an unknown king.

Reference number: D2259
Historical period: Medieval (1066 to 1540)

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Source of Reference
Location of this site on a map, with option to view historical maps. Please note this link will open a new window. To return to this page please close the new window.
The Past Perfect web site for an example of a medieval castle (Wark).

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