Weeting Castle, Medieval manor house ruins in Norfolk, England
Description
Weeting Castle is a medieval manor ruin in Norfolk featuring a rectangular moat that wraps around a stone structure divided into three separate sections. The buildings are tightly grouped together within the water's edge, creating a compact residential complex.
History
Hugh de Plais built this residence around 1180, drawing inspiration from Castle Acre owned by his feudal lord Hamelin de Warenne. The construction demonstrates the building practices of wealthy landowners during this period.
Culture
The main hall measured 14.7 by 12 meters with wooden arcades along each side and contained a raised dais for the great table.
Practical
The site is reached along a path with a few steps and gates that are straightforward to navigate. A small car park sits near the entrance, making it easy to visit.
Did you know?
The ruin contains a latrine block with three cubicles that could be accessed through a door near the moat. This feature shows how practical sanitation was organized for the residents.
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