Sutton Valence Castle
Sutton Valence Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Sutton Valence, England.
The castle features a square stone keep with walls constructed from ragstone and flint rubble, reaching heights of seven meters in certain sections.
Baldwin of Bethune constructed the castle in the late 12th century, which later passed to William de Valence through a grant from King Henry III in 1265.
The castle location demonstrates medieval military engineering principles, positioned to control the strategic route between Maidstone, Rye, and Old Winchelsea.
English Heritage manages the site, allowing visitors to explore the remaining structure and surrounding grounds throughout regular daytime opening hours.
The castle keep originally stood twenty meters tall and included an external staircase leading to a first-floor entrance with a corner tower spiral staircase.
Location: Sutton Valence
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/sutton-valence-castle
GPS coordinates: 51.21230,0.59795
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:18
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