Ruins of Merdon Castle, Hursley - Winchester
Norman ringwork with the remains of a standing gatehouse surviving as core work. The gatehouse remains are in need of consolidation. Discussions have been recommenced with the owner regarding long term repair and management. Historic England is assisting with a grant that has been given under Countryside Stewardship and the development phase of vegetation clearance and investigation is expected to be completed in late 2020.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- Merdon Castle
- Heritage Category:
- Scheduled Monument
- List Entry Number:
- 1019123
- Local Planning Authority:
- Winchester
- Site Type:
- Defence > Castle
Location
- Building Name:
- Ruins of Merdon Castle
- County:
- Hampshire
- District / Borough:
- Winchester
- Parish:
- Hursley
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Winchester
- Region:
- London and South East
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Poor
- Occupancy / Use:
- Not applicable
- Priority:
- C - Slow decay; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- C
- Ownership:
- Commercial company
Contact Details
Robert Williams 0207 973 3641
