Bolingbroke Castle facts for kids
Bolingbroke Castle is an old castle found in a village called Bolingbroke (also known as Old Bolingbroke) in Lincolnshire, England. It's famous because Henry IV of England, a very important king of England, was born here. This is why he was sometimes called Henry Bolingbroke.
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What is Bolingbroke Castle?
Bolingbroke Castle is a historic building in the English countryside. It was built a long time ago, in the 13th century. The castle was designed to be very strong. It had thick walls and towers to protect the people inside. Today, much of the castle is in ruins. But you can still see parts of its original structure.
A King's Birthplace
The most famous person linked to Bolingbroke Castle is King Henry IV. He was born at the castle in 1367. Henry IV became King of England in 1399. His birth at Bolingbroke Castle made the place very special. It connected the castle to the royal family and important moments in English history.
The Castle's Story
Bolingbroke Castle was built by Ranulf de Blondeville, the Earl of Chester. This was around the year 1220. The castle was built with a special design. It had a round shape with several towers. This made it very hard for enemies to attack.
Over the centuries, the castle saw many changes. It was used as a home for important people. It also played a part in different wars. During the English Civil War in the 1640s, the castle was badly damaged. Soldiers fought battles around it. After the war, much of the castle was pulled down. This is why it is mostly ruins today.
Bolingbroke Castle Today
Even though Bolingbroke Castle is now a ruin, it is still an important historical site. People can visit the castle to learn about its past. You can walk among the old walls and imagine what life was like hundreds of years ago. It's a great place to explore history. The castle is looked after by English Heritage. They help protect it for future generations.
Images for kids
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Reconstruction of the north face of the castle, showing the gatehouse
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A major re-enactment in 2003 as part of a project to commemorate the 360th anniversary of the events of 1643
See also
In Spanish: Castillo de Bolingbroke para niños
