Luton Castle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Luton Castle |
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| Luton, Bedfordshire, England | |
| Coordinates | 51°52′31″N 0°25′02″W / 51.87530°N 0.41718°WCoordinates: 51°52′31″N 0°25′02″W / 51.87530°N 0.41718°W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Condition | No visible remains |
Luton Castle was a 12th-century castle in the town of Luton, in the county of Bedfordshire, England .
12th Century Castle
It was a timber motte-and-bailey structure built in 1139 and demolished in 1154 following a truce.
13th Century Castle
Another castle on a different site was built in 1221 but was destroyed around 1224 or 1225. Earthworks and associated bailey survived but were removed.
An excavation was done in 2002, revealing a steep ditch.
The site is now home to Matalan, a discount store. Nothing visible remains of either castle.
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