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Hadleigh Castle    The remains of a 13th century castle standing on high ground over the Essex marshes. Hadleigh was begun in 1215 by Hubert de Burgh. It was later expanded and strengthened by Edward III into a comfortable (for the time) royal residence. Hadleigh, Essex, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Open at any time. South of the A13 at Hadleigh. Website: Hadleigh Castle English Heritage OS TQ810861 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Hedingham Castle    This 1140 Norman keep is the only remaining part of the medieval castle and Tudor buildings, stronghold of the de Vere family for 550 years. Banqueting Hall with Minstrels' Gallery. The grounds afford peaceful woodland and lakeside walks. Castle Hedingham, Essex, England, CO9 3DJ Attraction Type: Castle Location: on the B1058 Website: Hedingham Castle Email: mail@hedinghamcastle.co.uk Phone: 01787 460 261 Fax: 01787 461 473 Location map OS TL788 359 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Helmsley Castle   A large and imposing 12th century castle overlooking the market town of Helmsley, on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park. Helmsley Castle was built in 1120 by Walter Espec, who was also responsible for the founding of nearby Rievaulx Abbey and Kirkham Priory. Helmsley, North York Noors, Yorkshire, England, YO62 5AB Attraction Type: Castle Location: Just off the market square in Helmsley. Paid and free parking available. Website: Helmsley Castle Phone: 01439 770442 English Heritage Location map OS SE612837 Heritage Highlight: Impressive late 13th century barbican gates. Also, former residence of the Duke of Buckingham. Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Herstmonceaux Castle    Red brick moated castle of 1440's, built by Ralph Fiennes, whose family crest is displayed over the entrance. Now home to the International Study Centre of Queen's University (Canada), so the interior cannot be viewed. Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex, England, BN27 1RN Attraction Type: Castle Location: 4 m E Hailsham, on A271 Website: Herstmonceaux Castle Email: c_dennett@isc.queensu.ac.uk Phone: 01323 833816 Fax: 01323 834 499 Location map OS TQ646 105 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Hever Castle    The 13th century moated castle, childhood home of Anne Boleyn. See exhibitions on Henry VIII and Anne, as well as a room devoted to a rather grisly display of medieval instruments of torture. Enjoy extensive gardens and a hedge maze. Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, England, TN8 7NG Attraction Type: Castle Location: 3 m SE Edenbridge off B2026 Website: Hever Castle Email: mail@hevercastle.co.uk Phone: 01732 865 224 Fax: 01732 866 796 Location map Details of Hever Castle OS TQ478 452 Heritage Highlight: Home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Hurst Castle    One of Henry VIII's coastal forts, completed in 1544. Hurst Castle occupies a position on a spit of land, projecting into the western end of the Solent. The castle consists of a circular keep with projecting towers, with a large enclosure to landward. Charles I was briefly imprisoned here before his final journey to LOndon and death. Henry VIII's design was updated during the Napoleonic Wars, and the castle was used during WWII. Keyhaven, Lyminghurst, Hampshire, England, PO41 0PB Attraction Type: Castle Location: on Pebble Spit; take ferry from Keyhaven Website: Hurst Castle Email: hurstferry@aol.com Phone: 01590 642 344 Location map OS SZ354897 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Hylton Castle    Hylton Castle was a medieval fortified manor house. The only remainder of the castle is the grandiose gatehouse tower, which originally stood at the west gateway of the house. The gatehouse was constructed around 1400 AD by Sir William Hylton, and acted as the main residence for the Hylton familiy through the 16th century. Hylton Dene, Tyne and Wear, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Just north of the A1231. Parking in the town centre. Website: Hylton Castle English Heritage OS NZ357587 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Kendal Castle    The ruins of an early 13th century castle overlooking the River Kent. Two towers and stretches of the curtain wall remain of this, the family home of the Parr's for four centuries. The most famous of the Parr family was Katherine Parr, sixth and final queen to Henry VIII. Footpaths lead through fields and woods below the hill, making for enjoyable walks. One mile away is Castle Howe, an earthwork Norman motte and bailey fortification. Castle Road, Kendal, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Situated on a hill overlooking Kendal town. Easy access on foot. Open at any time in daylight. OS SD521923 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Kenilworth Castle   Begun by Geoffrey de Clinton about 1120, site of Edward II's abdication and John of Gaunt's Banqueting Hall. One of the great castles of England throughout the Middle Ages. Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England, CV8 1NE Attraction Type: Castle Location: off A452 Website: Kenilworth Castle Phone: 01926 85 2078 English Heritage Location map Details of Kenilworth Castle - Photos of Kenilworth Castle OS SP278 723 Heritage Highlight: Edward II was abducted here Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Kimbolton Castle    Kimbolton Castle, constructed after the Norman conquest and greatly remodelled in the 17th century, is best known for its associations with Katherine of Aragon. Now a school, the castle is available for group visits, and has a limited number of public opening dates. Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: in the village centre Email: ncb@kimbolton.cambs.sch.uk Phone: 01480 860 505 Fax: 01480 860 386 Details of Kimbolton Castle OS TL101 676 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Kirby Muxloe Castle    The beautiful remains of a moated 15th century mansion, left unfinished when its owner was executed for treason. The owner was William, Lord Hastings, who began work on Kirby Muxloe Castle in 1480, creating a fortified house of red brick surrounded by a wide moat. Kirby Muxloe, Leicestershire, England, LE9 2DH Attraction Type: Castle Location: At Kirby Muxloe, on the western fringes of greater Leicester. Near junction 21A of the M1. Website: Kirby Muxloe Castle English Heritage Location map OS SK525044 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

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