Cronk Howe Mooar

Port Erin, United Kingdom

Cronk Howe Mooar is a motte and bailey castle from the late 11th or early 12th century. Steep sided, flat topped and grass covered, 30 to 35 feet high, diameter about 140 feet, surrounded by a well marked ditch which, on the east, cuts across a low spur projecting in that direction. There are faint traces of earthbanks in the wet ground east of the mound.

Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom

Address

Ballafesson Road, Port Erin, United Kingdom

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Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom

More Information

www.culturevannin.im
www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info

Rating

2.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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St. Adamnan's Church (24,2 km)
St Michael's Isle (9,3 km)

User Reviews

Michael Turton (6 years ago)

Alan Gelling (7 years ago)
Remains of a motte and bailey castle possibly built for Magnus Barelegs. Tends to be very overgrown and so difficult to find a way to the top. Not a lot to see but it is of historical interest.

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