Trematon Castle

United Kingdom / England / Saltash /
Originally built as a motte-and-bailey castle soon after the Conquest in 1066, it became neglected in the mid 14th century and was in ruins by 16th century. There are the remains of a 12th century shell keep and the gatehouse, rebuilt in the 13th century, is substantially intact.
Closed to the public.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trematon_Castle
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Coordinates:   50°24'2"N   4°14'16"W

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  • Замок типа Мотт и Бейли
  • https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/Мотт_и_бейли
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