Bridgnorth Castle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bridgnorth Castle |
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| Shropshire, England | |
Bridgnorth Castle
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| Type | Castle |
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| Open to the public |
Yes |
| Condition | Ruined |
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| In use | 1101-1647 |
Bridgnorth Castle is a castle in the town of Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England.
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The castle was founded in 1101 by Robert de Belleme. He was an evil man and tortured men and women.
During the English Civil War, in 1646, Oliver Cromwell and his cavaliers attacked roundhead Bridgnorth. By the time the castle was in ruins, the entire town was on fire. After a three-week siege, Cromwell was successful and he ordered that the castle be demolished in 1647.
The castle leans at more of an angle than the Leaning Tower of Pisa by 4 times.
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Ruins of the postern gate incorporated into the now demolished public house The Hole in The Wall
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