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Launceston, Cornwall Location map Launceston Castle A mighty Norman fortress looming over Launceston atop a natural mound. The castle was originally called Dunheved, and was built to control the crossing of the River Tamar in and out of Cornwall. In the 13th century Richard, Earl of Cornwall rebuilt the castle in stone, and fortified the central tower. The castle was used for many years as an assizes and gaol. Launceston, Cornwall, England, PL15 7DR Location: in Launceston Website: Launceston Castle Phone: 01566 772 365 English Heritage Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Maidstone, Kent Location map Leeds Castle A former royal palace begun in the 12th century. Has to be one of the most beautifully situated castles in England, projecting into its lake, surrounded by parkland and gardens. Maidstone, Kent, England, ME17 1PL Location: 7 m E Maidstone, off A20 Website: Leeds Castle Email: enquiries@leeds-castle.co.uk Phone: 01622 765400 Fax: 01622 735616 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Lewes, East Sussex Location map Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum Imposing Norman castle in the very centre of historic Lewes, begun by William de Warenne shortly after the Norman invasion in 1066. Lewes Castle was not completed until three centuries had passed. Unusually, there are two baileys surrounding a single motte. The castle is composed of a shell keep with octagonal corner towers, and a striking 14th century barbican. Barbican House is home to an enjoyable museum telling the tale oof the castle and the history of Lewes. 169 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, England, BN7 1YE Location: off the high street in Lewes, A27/A26/A275 Website: Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum Email: castle@sussexpast.co.uk Phone: 01273 486 290 Fax: 01273 486 990 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Lincoln, Lincolnshire Location map Lincoln Castle A Magna Carta exhibition and the Prison Chapel reconstruction add extra interest to this medieval fortress. In addition, there are a variety of special events at the castle throughout the summer months. Castle Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN1 3AA Website: Lincoln Castle Email: lincoln_castle@lincolnshire.gov.uk Phone: 01522 511 068 Fax: 01522 512 150 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Holy Island, Northumberland Location map Lindisfarne Castle Although it is now a romantic home converted by Edward Lutyens in 1903, this wonderfully evocative structure began life as a Tudor fort. For atmosphere, it is hard to top. Berwick-on-Tweed, Holy Island, Northumberland, England, TD15 2SH Location: NOTE: Holy Island is accessible by causeway at low tide ONLY. Tide schedules are posted in local newspapers and at the end of the causeway. Please check before making a special trip here. Website: Lindisfarne Castle Email: lindisfarne@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01289 389244 Fax: 01289 389909 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Ludgershall, Wiltshire Ludgershall Castle A Norman castle known to have been used by Queen Matilda (Maud) during her struggle with KIng Stephen. Later, King Henry III used Ludgershall. Today little can be seen beyond a ringwork enclosure and the remains of foundation walls. Ludgershall, Wiltshire, England, Location: On the north side of Ludgershall Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Ludlow, Shropshire Location map Ludlow Castle Begun in 1085 by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Shrewsbury. Largely ruins now, but steeped in history. The "Princes in the Tower" were kept here before they were removed to the Tower of London, and it was here that Prince Arthur died, leaving the throne to his younger brother Henry VIII. Castle Square, Ludlow, Shropshire, England, SY8 1AY Website: Ludlow Castle Email: info@ludlowcastle.com Phone: 01584 873355 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Lydford, Devon Lydford Castle 13th century square tower keep became a notorious prison. Nearby are remains of an earlier Norman castle, and a Saxon village. Okehampton, Lydford, Devon, England, Location: 8 miles south of Okehampton, off the A386 Website: Lydford Castle Phone: 01822 828 320 English Heritage Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Meppershall, Bedfordshire Meppershall Castle The castle at Meppershall was built by William de Meppershall, a royal official. In the 17th century a timber-framed manor house was built on the castle remains. Meppershall, Bedfordshire, England, Location: by footpath at the south end of Meppershall village, 7 miles NW of Letchworth Garden City Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Ravenglass, Cumbria Location map Muncaster Castle 14th century beginnings much modified in 18th and 19th century. Genial clutter in the library and dressing room, heavily panelled rooms throughout. Ravenglass, Cumbria, England, CA18 1RQ Location: in Muncaster, just S of the A595 Website: Muncaster Castle Email: info@muncaster.co.uk Phone: 01229 717 614 Fax: 01229 717 010 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire Location map Newark Castle The largest gateway of any castle in England graces this largely 12th century castle. The castle belonged to King John, and it was here that he died in 1216 after his infamous "surfeit of peaches". Castlegate, Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England, NG24 1BG Phone: 01949 851045 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Norwich, Norfolk Location map Norwich Castle William the Conqueror built the first castle atop a high mound in 1067, using the townsfolk as forced labour. The present Norwich Castle was built 60 years later. The castle is now a museum housing local art, silver, glass, and porcelain, as well as archaeological remains and armour. Castle Meadow, Norwich, Norfolk, England, NR1 3JU Website: Norwich Castle Email: museums@norfolk.gov.uk Phone: 01603 493636 Fax: 01603 493623 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Nunney, Somerset Nunney Castle Fortified tower house built in the late 14th century, following the French style, by Sir Walter de la Mare. Common hall on the first floor, lord's hall on the second floor, solar and individual chambers on the top floor and in the drum towers. Nunney, Somerset, England, Location: 3 m SW Frome, off A361 Website: Nunney Castle Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk Phone: 0117 9750 700 English Heritage Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

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