John O'Gaunt's Castle, Medieval castle ruins in West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
The stone remains of John O'Gaunt's Castle include a central tower foundation, curtain wall segments, and a moat spanning 35 meters by 30 meters.
Edward III initiated construction in 1334 and later granted the property to his son John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, in 1372.
This royal hunting lodge reflects the medieval nobility's interests, featuring both defensive structures and specialized spaces for organizing hunting expeditions.
The castle ruins stand near Harrogate in North Yorkshire, with geographical coordinates at approximately 53.9861° N latitude and -1.6675° W longitude.
The castle complex incorporated a chapel within its walls and utilized lead roofing, demonstrating advanced construction techniques of medieval architecture.
Location: West Riding of Yorkshire
GPS coordinates: 53.98590,-1.66660
Latest update: March 10, 2025 19:57
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