The Norman Motte and Bailey Castle tower was surrounded by a rampart and palisade. These were the early forerunner of the massive stone Curtain Walls.
History of the Ramparts
The ramparts were one of the most important forms of defence and, as such, its history dates back to the Hillforts of the Iron and Bronze Ages and the Forts of the Roman Empire! Ramparts later became a feature of the Norman Motte and Bailey Castles which were built by the Normans and then included in Medieval castle designs.
Ramparts
Ramparts
- What was the Origin, Meaning or Definition of the Ramparts
- Description of the castle Ramparts
- What was the purpose of the Ramparts?
- How did Ramparts help with Castle defenses when under attack?
The Ramparts
This section of ‘Castles’ provides interesting facts and information about the many different parts of Castles! The Ramparts were an essential Castle part for as a form of defence against intruders.
Ramparts
Parts of a Castle
- What were the purpose of the different parts of the Medieval Castle?
- What was the difference between the parts of a castle called the Garderobe and the Wardrobe?
- Identifying parts of a castle - Description, purpose and function of the Moat, Dungeon and Portcullis
- Description, purpose and function of the Barbican, Gatehouse, Crenellations and Drawbridge