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Hopton Castle

📍 Shropshire, England

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Hopton Castle is situated in the village of the same name which lies approximately halfway between Knighton and Craven Arms, in the English county of Shropshire. Hopton Castle featured in the TV series Time Team in 2010. A ruin since the early 18th century, it was partially restored between 2006 and 2011, and was officially re-opened to the public as a visitor attraction in December 2011 by the Duke of Gloucester.

Possibly founded in the 12th century by the Hopton family. The stone keep was built during the Barons' War of the 1260s. During the Civil War, the Parliamentarian garrison surrendered after a fierce siege — all were massacred by Royalist forces. A ruin by the 18th century, restored 2006-2011. Featured on Time Team in 2010.