Hertford Castle, Norman castle in Hertford, England
The gatehouse features thick stone walls, pointed arches, and a central passage with rooms above extending across multiple floors.
William the Conqueror granted this defensive structure to Peter de Valognes, the High Sheriff of Essex and Hertfordshire, after the Norman invasion.
The castle served as a royal residence until the 17th century, hosting numerous monarchs including Elizabeth I during her childhood years.
The Tudor gatehouse remains open for public visits, offering access to council offices and ceremonial rooms within the restored structure.
During the Hundred Years War, the castle held royal prisoners including King David II of Scotland and King John II of France.
Location: Hertford
Inception: 1066
Address: The Castle, Hertford, SG14 1HR SG14 1HR
Phone: +441992552885
Email: enquiries@hertfordcastle.co.uk
Website: https://hertfordcastle.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.79530,-0.08023
Latest update: May 20, 2025 04:16
The White Horse Public House
113 m
Hertford War Memorial Including Raised Elliptical Surround
124 m
The Blackbirds
132 m
2 And 4, Parliament Square
146 m
Coachouse And Stables To Number 23
109 m
Former Green Dragon Hotel Including Wall And Pier To Right
141 m
Footbridge Over River Mimram And Railings
123 m
Castle Moat House
107 m
Former Stables To Former Green Dragon Hotel Former Stables To Former Green Dragon Hotel (Green Dragon Hotel Not Included)
130 m
14, Parliament Square
104 m
6, Parliament Square
137 m
15, Castle Street
136 m
20, Castle Street
112 m
23, Parliament Square
134 m
The Walnuts (number 23) Including Front Railings
110 m
1 and 3, Parliament Square
144 m
13, Castle Street
135 m
14,16,18 And 18A, Castle Street
114 m
9,11 And 13, Parliament Square
135 m
Icehouse Approximately 35 Metres South Of Postern, Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished)
79 m
Gatehouse To Hertford Castle (hertford Castle Demolished)
34 m
Number 17 Including Front Railings
133 m
24, Castle Street
104 m
5 And 7, Parliament Square
139 m
29, Castle Street
111 m
Bailey Walls, South East Range To Hertford Castle (hertford Castle Demolished)
45 m
Gates To The Grounds Of Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished)
128 m
19 And 21, Parliament Square
134 mReviews
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