Dane John Mound
Kent, England
A large mound in Canterbury generally interpreted as an early Norman motte associated with the first post-Conquest castle before the later stone castle was established nearby.
Visiting
Current condition
Earthworks / Site Only
Open to the Public
The mound stands within public Dane John Gardens; park opening arrangements may apply
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Record details
Also known as Dane John Castle
Dane John Gardens, Watling Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2QX
Early Norman motte / castle mound
Earthworks / Public Park
Immediately post-Conquest / late 11th century
Kent Historic Environment Record · MKE77155
Heritage listing