Scarborough Castle, Medieval castle in North Yorkshire, England
The stone fortress stands on a steep promontory between two bays, rising 91 meters above the North Sea and dominating the coast.
The Norman stronghold, established in 1130, underwent significant modifications during the reign of King Henry II, who added the great tower.
English Heritage maintains exhibitions within the castle walls, presenting medieval artifacts and archaeological findings from different centuries of occupation.
The castle grounds include an orientation center, gift shop, and parking facilities, with guided tours available from March through November.
During World War I, German warships targeted this cliff-top fortification, causing extensive damage to the medieval keep and curtain walls.
Location: North Yorkshire
Operator: English Heritage
Address: Castle Rd, Scarborough YO11 1HY YO11 1QX YO11 1QX
Phone: 03703331181
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/scarborough-castle
GPS coordinates: 54.28743,-0.38796
Latest update: March 9, 2025 17:42
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