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- Pontefract Castle - Wikipedia
Pontefract (or Pomfret) Castle is a castle ruin in the town of Pontefract, in West Yorkshire, England King Richard II is thought to have died there It was the site of a series of famous sieges during the 17th-century English Civil War
- Pontefract Castle: History of England’s Most Fearsome Fort
Nowadays, Pontefract is absolutely ruined, and it’s incredibly difficult to visualise this vast castle as it once was Nonetheless, this mighty stone castle was a real force to be reckoned with – and had such a feared reputation that it was even mentioned in the works of Shakespeare
- Pontefract Castle - History and Facts | History Hit
Originally a Norman structure, Pontefract castle played an increasingly important role in English Royal history for over 500 years Today it lies in ruins but has much for visitors to enjoy, including its underground dungeons
- Pontefract Castle - Castlepedia
In this article, we delve into the captivating world of Pontefract Castle, highlighting its historical significance, architectural splendor, and the unique experiences it offers to its visitors
- A brief history of the castle | Pontefract Castle - DigVentures
Its robust defences and position on a rocky outcrop made it almost impenetrable, while the strategic inland location meant the castle played a crucial role in politics and the balance of power in the North of England There are even more reasons why Pontefract Castle is unusual and very special
- Pontefract Castle: Knight‘s Stronghold, King‘s Prison
Today, Pontefract Castle endures as a shattered but spellbinding ruin Visitors can trace the outlines of its former might – the jagged remains of towers and curtain walls, the dank and cramped dungeons that once held kings, the foundations of the great hall where the lords of the north held sway
- Pontefract Castle (The Gatehouse Record)
Possibly the missing inward facing side was a fourth drum tower, but a description by John Leland written in about 1530 suggests that it may have consisted of three narrow projecting towers
- Pontefract Castle with Neil Redfern Council for British Archaeology
Today the castle is in ruins, making its former glory somewhat hard to imagine Neil, I would like to ask you to describe for us the castle’s physical description
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