Scarborough Castle, Medieval fortress in North Yorkshire, England.
The castle occupies a rocky promontory with defensive walls, towers, and a 12th-century great tower overlooking the North Sea and Scarborough harbor.
William le Gros established the initial wooden fortification in 1130, which Henry II later transformed into a stone stronghold during the 1150s.
The castle grounds contain archaeological evidence spanning multiple periods, from prehistoric pottery to a Roman signal station and medieval royal chambers.
English Heritage maintains the site with weekend openings from 10 AM to 4 PM, offering exhibitions and audio tours about its military history.
German warships targeted the castle during World War I in 1914, causing structural damage and marking one of the few direct attacks on English fortifications.
Location: Scarborough
Inception: 1130
Height: 15 m
Made from material: limestone
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/scarborough-castle
GPS coordinates: 54.28690,-0.38803
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
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