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Egremont Castle Ruins

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    Location: Egremont, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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    January 11, 2021

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    Constructed in 1120 for the Norman baron William de Meschines, Egremont Castle fell into disuse in the late 16th century. Today all that is left is an abandoned ruin, which stands tall above the River Ehen. The large stone wall at the end of the outer bailey would have formed part of the great hall. It is on public land and is free to access.

    August 19, 2019

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    Originally built under William II of England in 1092 to protect Egremont town from invasion, Egremont castle has now fallen into ruin. You can, however, still visit the crumbling walls today. It is thought that there was a legendary horn at the castle which only the rightful heir could blow. Poet William Wordsworth wrote about it his poem 'The Horn of Egremont Castle'.

    You can visit the castle at any time. Entrance is free.

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