Bampton Castle, Medieval motte-and-bailey castle in Bampton, Devon, England.
The castle remains include a twelve-meter high mound with a circular ditch and a rectangular enclosure measuring seventy-five by sixty meters.
Built around 1067 by Walter Douai, the castle faced destruction during King Stephen's siege in 1136, when its wooden fortifications burned down.
The castle site demonstrates the Norman influence on English military architecture, representing the establishment of feudal control after the 1066 conquest.
Visitors can climb the steps to the top of the mound for views across Bampton and observe the remnants of the defensive structures.
The square-shaped motte utilized natural defenses, with one side protected by the River Batherm, showcasing medieval strategic planning.
Location: Bampton
GPS coordinates: 50.99300,-3.48513
Latest update: March 31, 2025 03:47
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