Stafford Castle
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N 52° 47.868 W 002° 08.818
30U E 557513 N 5850118
Stafford castle originally a 'motte and bailey' castle, constructed of earth and timber.
Waymark Code: WM6N8X
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 06/25/2009
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It was originally built in 1100 by the Normans to control the still hostile and rebellious native community after their invasion in 1066.
It is built in the classic 'motte and bailey' style and the shape can still be seen today in the surrounding fields.
It was originally a timber fortification upon an artificial hill and upgraded later by Earl Ralph in 1347 by building a massive stone keep.