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Wiltshire Travel Guide - Castles
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Devizes Castle
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Devizes,
Wiltshire
Osmund, Bishop of Salisbury built a Norman wooden pallisade castle here in 1080, but this burned down and was replaced in 1120 by Roger, Bishop of Salisbury. The castle was at the heart of 12th century civil war as rival claimants Queen Matilda and KIng Stephen vied for the throne, and Devizes was taken and retaken several times. Five centuries later the castle was besieged by Parliamentary forces several times and was finally taken by Cromwell. Parliament ordered the castle to be slighted, and all that remains today is the mound with visible foundations. A later mock castle was built but this has been turned into private flats and canot be visited.
Devizes,
Wiltshire,
England,
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Ludgershall Castle
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Ludgershall,
Wiltshire
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
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Old Sarum
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Old Sarum,
Wiltshire
Iron Age banks surround the original site of Salisbury, a few miles north of the curent city. Inside the earthworks are the foundations of a Norman castle and the first Salisbury cathedral. The castle ruins sits atop a striking motte, or mound, with a deep moat at the bottom.
Old Sarum,
Wiltshire,
England,
Location: Just north of Salisbury off the A345
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Accommodation
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Sunnyside
East Knoyle
Self catering cottage
Sunnyside offers 1 double room, 1 twin room and a single room. Sitting room with open fireplace and exposed beams, dining room, downstairs WC, … more >>
Sleeps 5
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The Loose Box
Atworth
Self catering cottage
This property offers 3 double, 3 en-suites, corner bath and over-bath shower, open-plan lounge/dining room with wood-burning stove, french windows to private garden, kitchen.
Short Breaks … more >>
Sleeps 6
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Legacy Rose and Crown Hotel
The Legacy Rose and Crown Hotel, is a 13th Century coaching inn, with a riverside location in the city of Salisbury. There are many original features remaining like the old wooden beams and log fire in the traditional oak bar. Ideally situated to offer views of the hotels award-winning flowerbeds … more >>
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Milford Hall Classic Hotel
Originally a Georgian Mansion House, the Milford Hall is now a highly rated, family owned hotel, representing a new concept in hotel comfort, convenience and value. The hotel prides itself on offering the warmth and comfort of traditional hospitality. Close to the Cathedral and shops. Stonehenge as well as Old … more >>
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