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Fotheringhay Castle, also known as Fotheringay Castle, was a High Middle Age Norman Motte-and-bailey castle in the village of Fotheringhay 3+1⁄2 miles (5.6 km) to the north of the market town of Oundle, Northamptonshire, England ( grid reference TL061930 ).
Apr 8, 2021 · Fotheringhay Castle (also known as Fotheringay Castle) was a High Middle Age Normal Motte-and-Bailey castle around three miles north of the market town of Oundle, Northamptonshire, England. It was likely founded in around 1100 by Simon de Senlis (St Liz), Earl of Northampton.
Fotheringhay Castle, Northamptonshire was the site of Mary, Queen of Scots execution. Historian David Ross explores the castle, with history, photos, and nearby historic sites.
Fotheringhay Castle is the remains of a large, medieval motte-and-bailey castle. The castle was built in the early 12th century by Simon de Senlis I, the Earl of Northampton who also built Northampton Castle.
Feb 2, 2019 · Discover the history of Fotheringhay Castle, birthplace of Richard III and the place of imprisonment and execution of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Now only the earthworks and the conical motte remain of Fotheringhay Castle, standing above the peaceful River Nene. Wandering among the ruins, with a little imagination you can delve into Fotheringhay’s chequered past.
May 26, 2024 · Nestled in the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside, the grassy mounds and earthworks along the River Nene are all that remain of Fotheringhay Castle. Once a formidable Norman stronghold and the birthplace of a king, it played host to two pivotal events in British royal history before fading into ruin.
Fotheringhay Castle may not be much to look at now, but it was the locations of several important historical events, especially the birthplace of Richard III and where Mary Queen Of Scots was executed. Here is our guide.
A place steeped in history. We visited near the end of the Fotheringhay circular. Often wanted to see. The motte is a good vantage point to look out across the river and the lovely Northants countryside. A quiet place to contemplate all that has happened in this seemingly quiet Northants village.
There’s what remains of the castle, a quite magnificent church, a pretty stone bridge, views across the green fields and river, and a good pub for afters. And if you can’t see half a billion falcon images you are not trying hard enough.
