Castell Rhosesmor, Halkyn

Has been described as a Questionable Timber Castle (Motte)

There are uncertain remains

NameCastell Rhosesmor, Halkyn
Alternative Names
Historic CountryFlintshire
Modern AuthorityFlintshire
1974 AuthorityClwyd
CommunityHalkyn

Possible motte with associated ridge and furrow identified during field survey (Wayne, D. 1992, 80). (Clwyd Powys Archaeological Trust HER)

Gatehouse Comments

Nothing apparent on map or aerial photograph. Position on low hilltop, unlikely position for castle, rather typical position for barrow. Site of medieval ridge and furrow. Castell placename a little to the north.

- Philip Davis

Not scheduled

Not Listed

County Historic Environment Record
OS Map Grid ReferenceSJ228683
Latitude53.2066116333008
Longitude-3.15656995773315
Eastings322850
Northings368350
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Journals

  • Wayne, D., 1992, 'Castell, Rhosesmor' Archaeology in Wales Vol. 32 p. 80

Other

  • Kennedy, A.E., 2003, Tir Gofal Management Plan: Heritage Management Information (HE1). Gwern-y-marl - NE/06/3488