Saffron Walden Castle, Medieval castle ruin in Saffron Walden, England
The castle remains include a flint core basement with traces of a circular staircase, well shaft, and fireplace situated on a natural hilltop.
Geoffrey de Mandeville constructed this fortification between 1141 and 1143 during the civil war period known as the Anarchy in England.
The streets of Saffron Walden, including Castle Street, Museum Street, and Church Street, follow the original pattern of the castle's inner bailey.
Recent stabilization work includes adding brick piers into the walls, covered with flint to match the existing medieval construction materials.
Archaeological excavations revealed that many foundation stones were removed during the 16th century, turning the castle into a stone quarry.
Location: Saffron Walden
Inception: 1141
Made from material: flint
GPS coordinates: 52.02550,0.24200
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:09
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