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- In the 11th century, Nottingham Castle was constructed on a sandstone outcrop by the River Trent. The Anglo-Saxon settlement developed into the English Borough of Nottingham and housed a Town Hall and Courts. A settlement also developed around the castle on the hill opposite and was the French borough supporting the Normans in the Castle.
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Nottingham Castle is a Stuart Restoration -era ducal mansion in Nottingham, England, built on the site of a Norman castle built starting in 1068, and added to extensively through the medieval period, when it was an important royal fortress and occasional royal residence.
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Everyone has heard of Robin Hood, but Nottingham Castle’s 1,000 years of history is packed full of influential and inspiring events. The Castle has seen it all – courage and cowardice, coups and conflict – since those first stones were laid on this storied old hill.
Oct 10, 2011 · For centuries Nottingham Castle has been a key stronghold for Kings and Queen’s in their efforts to control and rule the country. The first castle was built in 1067 shortly after the invasion of William the Conqueror.
David’s talks bring the history of Nottingham Castle to life with the tales of 11 monarchs and consorts, which covers 600 years of the Castle’s heritage from William the Conqueror to the destruction of the medieval castle in the 17th century.
Information on historic Nottingham Castle, with a castle history, beautiful photos, cave tours and visiting information.
Jun 25, 2016 · Nottingham Castle in the East Midlands of England has seen nearly 1,000 years of battles, revolts and scandals, but it is perhaps best known for its connection with the legendary English outlaw Robin Hood.
Nottingham Castle, founded by William the Conqueror, famed through the Middle Ages as one of the country's finest strongholds, and where Charles I raised the Royal Standard in 1642 no longer exists, and has been replaced by a classical ducal palace. Of the mediæval castle only the (restored) gatehouse, and the ruined remains of some walls ...
