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Structure
http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/the-normans-motte-and-bailey-castles/10762.html
Were built of wood A motte was a hill of
earth Below the Motte was the
bailey. It was surrounded by a
wooden fence A moat was also dug out
around the bailey to provide further protection
Structure
At the heart of William’s defensive strategy
Changed the Geopolitical Landscape
Secured areas using them
Were intimidating to the English
Provided troops with strong defences
Why were they built?
Most southern castles are Motte and Bailey
The ones to the South East were to protect against rebellions there
There were few castles in the North since Harrying removed opposition
Many on the Welsh border to protect against frequent raids
Not many in the South West
Where were they built?
The moat Allowed defenders to
regroup Can hold out
because they had stores of food
Deterrent
Strategies – Defending the Castle