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Hertford Castle was built in Norman times beside the River Lea in Hertford, the county town of Hertfordshire, England. Most of the internal buildings of the castle have been demolished. The main surviving section is the Tudor gatehouse, which is a Grade I listed building.
History of Hertford Castle. Hertford was a fortified Saxon town built by King Edward the Elder, son of Alfred the Great, in 912. From the Saxon earthworks, designed to resist the Danes, the...
Location. Hertford Castle Gatehouse is set in the heart of Hertford surrounded by beautiful, meticulously cared for grounds which provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding photography. In such a wonderful tranquil environment it’s hard to believe you are only 40 minutes from the centre of London.
The Motte, from the original Motte and Bailey castle in Hertford, can be found just behind Castle Hall, a short distance from the modern castle. There are several churches in the town. All Saints' and St Andrew's are late and mid 19th century respectively, although both stand on the sites of medieval places of worship. [38]
Dec 1, 2015 · 84 reviews. #3 of 10 things to do in Hertford. Historic SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasCastlesMonuments & Statues. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Hertford Castle Gatehouse is a Grade 1 listed building. The Castle grounds are open to the public free of charge 7 days a week.
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Hertford Castle. The building often referred to as Hertford Castle is in fact the gatehouse. The castle itself no longer stands but occupied the enclosed area behind the gatehouse. For 300 years a Royal Palace stood within the flint walls having previously been one of a series of castles built for defence purposes.
84 reviews. #3 of 10 things to do in Hertford. Historic SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasCastlesMonuments & Statues. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Write a review. About. Hertford Castle Gatehouse is a Grade 1 listed building. The Castle grounds are open to the public free of charge 7 days a week.
