Morpeth Castle (Morpeth)

Morpeth Castle was built between 1342 and 1349. The gatehouse and the curtain wall are the only remaining parts of the castle. It was restored 1858-60 by the Earl of Carlisle and was occupied until the 1960s after which vandals damaged it. In 1990 the gatehouse was repaired. Archaeological investigation at this point showed that much of the gatehouse had been rebuilt in the late 17th or 18th century. This is a Scheduled Monument and a Grade I Listed Building protected by law.

Reference number: N11532
Historical period: Medieval (1066 to 1540)
Post-medieval (1540 to 1900)
Legal status: Listed Building
Scheduled Ancient Monument

See also:
Source of Reference
Local History of Morpeth
Location of this site on a map, with option to view historical maps. Please note this link will open a new window. To return to this page please close the new window.
The Past Perfect web site for an example of a medieval castle (Wark).

Morpeth Castle (Copyright © Don Brownlow)

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