Buckingham Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Buckingham, England.
Buckingham Castle is a medieval castle in Buckinghamshire with remnants of outer walls still visible near the north side of the River Ouse. Foundation fragments and earthwork traces remain on the grounds, marking the place where the main structures once stood.
The castle was first documented between 1154 and 1164 as a residence of the Giffard family and was demolished between 1208 and 1215. After its destruction, the site saw no major construction until the church appeared in the late 1700s.
The site gained religious significance when the Church of St Peter and St Paul was built on its grounds in the late 1700s. Visitors today see how sacred architecture replaced military structures in this location.
The site is easy to reach as it sits within town limits near the River Ouse and remains visible from public access points. Visitors find it easier to explore the earthworks and foundations during daylight hours when the remains are clearer to see.
Medieval household records from 1473 mention repair costs for different areas like stables and the cook's chamber on the property. These details reveal how a castle of this size managed its daily operations and staff quarters.
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