Stamford Castle — Attraction in South Kesteven

The remains of the mound of this motte castle were flattened in 1936 so a bus station could be built on top.... yikes, quelle Phillistines! So there is now virtually nothing left to see, other than signs to record the passing history. The original castle was of Norman origin and was established here at the crucial River Welland crossing site. By the 14th century it was deemed no longer serviceable nor fit for purpose and, as so often happened, its masonry was recycled for...

This short section of the wall is all remains of stamford Castle, a Norman castle built in the twelfth century. Ruined by 1340, it was demolished in the mid 1600s. It is now used as a war memorial. There is a plaque on the end of the wall with a little information about...

Little remains of Stamfords castle and town wall sadly, but there is enough to find if you like the subject. Enjoy walking around and finding all the parts...