Dunstanburgh Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Craster, England
The massive stone fortification stretches along the Northumberland coastline with its twin-towered keep and extensive curtain walls spanning over 4 hectares of land.
Earl Thomas of Lancaster initiated the construction in 1313 as a statement against King Edward II, leading to significant conflicts during the Wars of the Roses.
The medieval architectural elements of Dunstanburgh Castle represent the power dynamics and military engineering capabilities of fourteenth-century English nobility.
Visitors need to complete a 1.3-mile coastal walk from Craster village to reach the castle, with parking facilities available in the village.
The castle incorporates the remnants of an Iron Age fort within its structure, demonstrating the strategic importance of this coastal position across different periods.
Location: Craster
Inception: 1313
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle
GPS coordinates: 55.48850,-1.59351
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:16
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