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Orford

Orford Castle

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United Kingdom

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Orford

Orford Castle

Orford Castle

Recommended by 28 hikers out of 29

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape

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    December 22, 2022

    With commanding views over Orford Ness, the castle stands 27m (90ft) tall and looks remarkably similar to when it was built over 700 years ago. The materials used to build the castle were brought from far and wide with some timbers coming from Scarborough and limestone from Caen in France. Legend has it the 'Wild Man of Orford' was held in the castle in the 12th century. Described as a merman he was captured by fisherman but eventually escaped.

      August 29, 2023

      Limited parking so try the harbour one down the road

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