Warwick Castle - Warwick, Warwickshire, England
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N 52° 16.763 W 001° 35.085
30U E 596549 N 5793056
Warwick Castle is a medieval castle developed from an original built by William the Conqueror in 1068
Waymark Code: WMGX6Z
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 04/19/2013
Views: 13
A Medieval motte and bailey castle built in 1068 extended and rebuilt during the 13th and 14th century with 15th century additions. Alterations to the Bear and Clarence towers in the reign of Richard III to carry artillery. King James I granted the ruinous castle to Sir Fulke Greville in 1604 who converted it into a country house. It was rebuilt in 1863-66 and 1872. Boundary wall of late 18th century date. The castle was sold to Madame Tussaud's in 1978.
Warwick Castle, probably dating from pre-Norman times. Much medieval work remains. Good C18 and later additions. In 1871 a fire gutted the Great Hall and East Wing, these being restored by Anthony Salvin. This castle, (containing a fine collection of antiques and works of art) is considered of very great national interest. Main block with C14 walls and vaulted undercroft. Caesar's tower and Guy's tower, the Gatehouse and its Barbican also C14. The curtain walls may date from this period. Bear and Clarence towers C15, left incomplete 1485 and later given battlements; probably intended as a stronghold within the castle similar to that at Raglan.
Name of Source Book: 1,000 Places to See Before You Die: A Traveler's Life List
Page Location in Source Book: 36
Type of Waymark: Site
Location of Coordinates: Photographed site
Cost of Admission (Parks, Museums, etc.): 30.00 (listed in local currency)
List Available Hours, Dates, Season:
January-December: 10am – 5pm
in detail see: http://www.warwick-castle.com/plan-your-visit/opening-times.aspx
Official Tourism Website: [Web Link]
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