The Motte Above Maidens
Introduction
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The Motte Above Maidens
Image: © Mary and Angus Hogg Taken: 10 Feb 2010
A motte indicates the existence of an early wooden structure, usually built on top of an earth mound. These early sites date back to the 12th century. The structure to the right, however, is a wartime bunker!
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Image Location
Latitude
55.32822
Longitude
-4.809004