Berry Pomeroy Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Berry Pomeroy, England
The stone walls of Berry Pomeroy Castle rise from a wooded valley, incorporating both a 15th-century fortress and Tudor mansion elements within its structure.
The Pomeroy family constructed the castle in 1496, but financial difficulties led them to sell it to Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset, in 1547.
The castle contains architectural elements from different periods, combining medieval defensive features with later Tudor residential modifications and extensions.
English Heritage manages the site, offering guided tours and educational programs that explain the castle's architectural development through the centuries.
Archaeological excavations between 1980 and 1996 revealed that the castle was not destroyed in conflict but systematically dismantled after abandonment.
Location: Berry Pomeroy
Inception: 1496
Architectural style: Tudor architecture
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berry-pomeroy-castle
GPS coordinates: 50.44900,-3.63662
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:41
Devon offers multiple historical sites and natural landscapes, from ancient woodlands to coastal formations. The region features Norman castles, Georgian mansions, medieval villages, and geological formations. Visitors can explore water-powered forges, underground quarries, heritage railways, and remote beaches. The area contains historic manor houses, monastery ruins, and natural reserves with waterfalls.
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