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Donnington Castle

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A twin-towered gateway stands at the entrance to this 14th century stronghold. Sadly, the remainder of Donnington Castle is little more than earthworks, but the gatehouse is still very striking and well worth a visit. The castle was built by Richard Abberbury the Elder, and was later the home of Thomas Chaucer, son of poet Geoffrey Chaucer. It was besieged several times by Parliamentary troops during the English Civil War, but never taken.
Newbury, Berkshire, England

About Donnington Castle
Attraction Type: Castle
Location: 1 m N Newbury off B4494
Website: Donnington Castle
Phone: 01424 775 705
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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

9 Leverton Cottages - 8.5 miles from Donnington Castle Chilton Foliat, Berkshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £300

Cherry Lodge - 16.5 miles from Donnington Castle Marlborough, Wiltshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £200

Walnut Lodge - 16.5 miles from Donnington Castle Marlborough, Wiltshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £226

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Nearest Hotels

The Crab at Chieveley - 0.3 miles from Donnington Castle Winterbourn, Berkshire Stay from: £100.00

Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa - 0.4 miles from Donnington Castle Newbury, Berkshire Stay from: £90.00

Executive Serviced Apartments- College Mews - 0.7 miles from Donnington Castle Newbury, Berkshire Stay from: £106.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Bell at Boxford - 2.8 miles from Donnington Castle Boxford, Berkshire From: £35.00

The Furze Bush Inn - 4.4 miles from Donnington Castle Newbury, Berkshire From: £110.00

The Crown and Garter - 6.3 miles from Donnington Castle Hungerford, Berkshire From: £45.00

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Newbury
Tourist Information Centre
West Berkshire Heritage Services
The Wharf
Newbury
Berkshire
England
RG14 5AS
Tel: 01635 30267
Fax: 01635 30267
Email: tourism@westberks.gov.uk
Web: http://www.westberks.gov.uk
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