Mitford Castle, Motte-and-bailey castle in Mitford, Great Britain
The castle stands on a natural hill above the River Wansbeck, featuring stone walls and the remains of an unusual five-sided keep within its bailey.
William the Conqueror granted the castle and Sir John de Mitford's daughter Sybilla in marriage to Norman knight Richard Bertram in the 1070s.
The castle represents early Norman architecture in England, marking the transition from earthwork fortifications to stone defensive structures after 1066.
Visitors can reach the castle by taking the B6343 from Morpeth, with parking available near the church opposite the castle grounds.
The castle contains high-quality ashlar stone construction elements from different periods, despite being officially listed on the Buildings at Risk Register.
Location: Mitford
GPS coordinates: 55.16322,-1.73710
Latest update: May 16, 2025 21:32
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