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Gatehouse - Banbury Castle
Read about castle that was levelled in 1648 but excavated in 1973/4 to show castle originating from 12th century. Historic references and links to related sites.

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Gatehouse - Broughton Castle
Inquire into Strong House converted from manor built in 14th century and further developed into a Tudor mansion. Details about the interesting gatehouse and bridge in Renaissance style.

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Gatehouse - Laxton Castle
Study bailey and motte castle where only the massive 71ft high motte survives. Short historic note, links, and bibliography.

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David Nash Ford's Royal Berkshire History - Caversham Castle
Find out about house built for William Marshal, Earl of Pembroke, over remains of fortified manor or castle. Discover long line of aristocratic owners.

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CastleUK - Wallingford Castle
Constructed by Robert D'Oyley, this Norman fortress once sported a bailey and stone motte but was raised in 17th century. Enjoy colour image of ruins plus location map.

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CastleUK - Oxford Castle
Check out curious stone tower with stair turret that is part of fortifications for stone motte and bailey castle originated by Robert d'Oilly. See map and photography.

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- the directory designed to help you navigate mainly medieval castles built in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It has been arranged by country, and then by county, if you already know the name of the castle to research you can access via the A-Z directory.

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