Castles and Fortifications of England and Wales

BACONSTHORPE CASTLE


BACONSTHORPE CASTLE
Photo Trish and Chris Seymour

A mid 15th century fortified manor with a moat and, added in the 17th century, a lake. It is now in ruins as it was used for building materials after the Civil War. The outer gatehouse is of a later date, c.1560, and is outside the main building which was converted to a home and was used until 1920 when part of it collapsed.

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Photo Trish and Chris Seymour

 

Directions
Off the A148, 3 miles east of Holt
Baconsthorpe, Norfolk NR25 9LN

 



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