Old Sarum Castle
Old Sarum Castle, formerly known as Seresberi Castle, is an 11th century motte-and-bailey castle built in Old Sarum, Wiltshire. It was originally built in timber and it was eventually built in stone, of which the ruins can be seen today. Only the mound and foundations of the castle survive today. The castle is owned by the English Heritage and it is open to the public, along with the rest of Old Sarum.
| Old Sarum Castle | |
|---|---|
| Wiltshire, England | |
Old Sarum Castle (foreground), with Old Sarum Cathedral in the background at left | |
Old Sarum Castle | |
| Coordinates | 51.0931°N 1.8000°W |
| Grid reference | SO716927 |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | English Heritage |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Site history | |
| In use | 1069–1322 |
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