Sleaford Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Sleaford, England
The remaining sections of Sleaford Castle include a moat and portions of the north eastern corner tower, built during the 1120s in Lincolnshire.
Alexander de Blois, Bishop of Lincoln, constructed the quadrilateral castle between 1123 and 1139, designing it with square towers and a central keep.
The castle served as a residence for monarchs King John and Henry VIII, while functioning as an administrative center for the Church's local estates.
The castle grounds are managed by Sleaford Town Council, requiring government permission for any modifications due to its scheduled monument status.
Archaeological excavations in July 2023 uncovered various artifacts, including a medieval floor tile marked with a cat paw print.
Location: Sleaford
GPS coordinates: 52.99680,-0.41517
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:40
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