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Framlingham Castle

📍 Suffolk, England

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About

Framlingham Castle is a castle in the market town of Framlingham, Suffolk, England. An early motte and bailey or ringwork Norman castle was built on the Framlingham site by 1148, but this was destroyed (slighted) by Henry II of England in the aftermath of the Revolt of 1173–1174. Its replacement, constructed by Roger Bigod, the Earl of Norfolk, was unusual for the time in having no central keep, but instead using a curtain wall with thirteen mural towers to defend the centre of the castle. Despite this, the castle was successfully taken by King John in 1216 after a short siege. By the end of the 13th century, Framlingham had become a luxurious home, surrounded by extensive parkland used for hunting.

Getting There

🚗 By Car

On the B1116, 20 miles north of Ipswich

🚌 Galloway 118

From Wickham Market (nearest rail) to Framlingham

🅿️ Castle Car Park

Small car park on Castle Street, plus town car parks

Terrain & Accessibility

♿ Courtyard Accessible📐 Wall Walk Steps🌿 Mere & Grounds

Famous as the castle where Mary Tudor was proclaimed Queen in 1553. The complete curtain wall with 13 towers offers a spectacular wall walk (steep steps). Inner courtyard is flat. The Mere (lake) provides a scenic setting. English Heritage.