Anstey Castle, Medieval fortification in Anstey, England.
The castle features an elevated earthwork mound reaching 8 meters in height, surrounded by a water-filled ditch measuring 75 by 65 meters.
Nicholas de Anstey strengthened the castle during the First Barons' War of 1215-1216, opposing King John before receiving orders to destroy parts in 1218.
The remaining earthworks represent the Norman influence on English military architecture, showcasing the transition from wooden to stone fortifications in medieval Britain.
The castle grounds maintain visible defensive structures, including the motte surrounded by a water-filled moat and a bailey enclosed by a dry ditch.
Materials from the partial demolition in 1218 were used to repair the nearby church, which still displays carved representations of the castle's shield.
Location: Anstey
GPS coordinates: 51.97760,0.04375
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:46
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