Bywell Castle, Grade I listed castle in Bywell, England
Description
Bywell Castle is a fortified site beside the River Tyne with a three-story gatehouse and surviving wall sections. This structure was later incorporated into a residential building that still stands today.
History
The fortification was built by the Neville family in 1430 and provided a solid defensive structure. King Henry VI took shelter here after the Battle of Hexham in 1464.
Culture
The fortress shows Norman military design that was changed over time. Visitors can see how different building periods from the 14th and 15th centuries are visible in the walls.
Practical
The castle is private property, but visitors can view the exterior from the nearby churchyard. It sits along the B6309 road, roughly three miles west of Prudhoe.
Did you know?
A cargo ship with the same name sank in the River Thames in 1878 and caused over 600 deaths. This tragedy became a notable event in shipping history.
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Church of St Mary
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Church of St James
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West Portal Of Farnley Scar Tunnel
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