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Berkhamsted Castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. The castle was built to obtain control of a key route between London and the Midlands during the Norman conquest of England in the 11th century.
The story of Berkhamsted Castle begins with Duke William of Normandy. After the defeat of Harold at the Battle of Hastings on 14th October 1066, William marched with his army through southern England, pillaging as he went. Crossing the Thames at Wallingford, he reached Berkhamsted.
1 giorno fa · A brief history of Berkhamsted Castle, first built as a motte-and-bailey castle in the late 11th century and one of the most important early Norman castles in England.
19 mar 2021 · Berkhamsted Castle was an 11th century Norman castle in Hertfordshire, built as a strategic stronghold between London and the Midlands. Though today in ruins, visitors are able to trace the dramatic earthworks and stone remains of what was once a thriving medieval palace.
- Lily Johnson
Berkhamsted Castle was first built as a timber motte-and-bailey castle in the late 11th century. One of the most important early Norman castles, it controlled the northern approach to London, 30 miles away.
26 mag 2024 · Nestled in the picturesque town of Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, lies the captivating ruins of Berkhamsted Castle. This once-mighty Norman stronghold has stood witness to nearly a millennium of English history, playing host to kings, queens, and legendary figures.
29 mag 2024 · A brief description of Berkhamsted Castle, an early post-Conquest motte-and-bailey castle with substantial surviving earthworks.
