Stafford Castle, Medieval castle on hilltop near Stafford, England.
The stone fortress spans 26 acres with a keep, inner bailey, outer bailey, woodland areas, and a visitor center displaying historical artifacts.
Robert de Toeni constructed the first timber fortress in 1100 AD under William the Conqueror's directive to maintain control over the region.
The castle incorporates a medieval herb garden with specific sections dedicated to plants used for different medical treatments in ancient times.
The castle opens Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00, offering free parking and accessible paths throughout the visitor center area.
Archaeological excavations revealed that the castle's stone keep received a fifth tower addition in the middle of its north wall.
Location: Stafford
Website: https://staffordbc.gov.uk/stafford-castle-and-visitor-centre
GPS coordinates: 52.79778,-2.14667
Latest update: May 14, 2025 12:45
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