Farnham Castle Keep

Website http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/ConProperty.185

Classification Historic Building

DescriptionThe impressive shell-keep and other defences of a castle founded in 1138 and redeveloped by Henry II after 1155. Long a residence of the wealthy bishops of Winchester , the medieval fortress itself was abandoned after Civil War service, but the later attendant buildings remain in occupation.

Position

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The Address, , Farnham, GA9 0JA

Phone01252 713393

DateAug 10, 2006

Contact NameEnglish Heritage

CategoryEngland > Surrey
England > Surrey > Attractions in Guildford

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