Eynsford Castle, Norman castle ruins in Eynsford, England
The stone fortification features high curtain walls made of flint rubble, enclosing the remains of a substantial medieval hall within its inner bailey perimeter.
William de Eynsford constructed the castle between 1085 and 1087 to protect Archbishop Lanfranc's lands from the territorial claims of Bishop Odo of Bayeux.
The castle structure demonstrates early Norman military architecture in England, with its design focusing on a fortified enclosure rather than a central keep.
The castle grounds contain a free parking area and remain accessible during daylight hours, with entry through a lane opposite The Castle Hotel.
A property dispute in 1312 led Nicholas de Criol to damage the castle structure so extensively that it never recovered, leading to its permanent abandonment.
Location: Eynsford
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/eynsford-castle
GPS coordinates: 51.37060,0.21333
Latest update: March 8, 2025 18:16
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