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An alternative suggestion is that it was built by Robert de Ferrers or his father, around the period known as The Anarchy for, while the de Ferrers supported Stephen of England, the neighbouring Earl of Chester supported Empress Matilda. The castle itself includes a motte and two bailey enclosures, approximately 40 metres and 45 metres across respectively. It had timber defences, ditches and additional flanking earthworks. The castle appears to have been abandoned in subsequent years, and it may be that it was destroyed after William de Ferrers' part in the Revolt of 1173–74, or it might have become abandoned when the land passed to the Duchy of Lancaster after the sixth Earl was dispossessed. Alternatively, it may simply have become redundant as nearby Hartington grew in importance and the village of Pilsbury became increasingly depopulated.

Pilsbury Castle occupied an area of high ground approximately 175 by 150 yards overlooking the River Dove, near the village of Pilsbury. The castle was probably originally an Iron Age fortification before being used by the Normans, and the name "Pilsbury Castle" forms from the Celtic pil, the Saxon bury and the Norman castel, all meaning "fortified site". In early medieval times, the site would have been located along the River Dove routeway, and would also have overlooked a key crossing point. The Normans built a substantial motte-and-bailey castle on the site, and several theories have been put forward as to when and who did so. One theory is that the castle was built in the years following the Norman conquest of England. The area around Pilsbury was granted to Henry de Ferrers by King William; the area was devastated during the harrying of the North, and the castle may have been built in the aftermath by Henry to establish control.

Lovely walk around chatsworth

it was closed when I visited believe it's open at 9 am

Nice easy walk up to the hunting tower enjoy

The fantastic views from the top of the hill almost make the climb up the steps worth it. 😅

Pilsbury Castle was a Norman Timber settlement, moat and Bailey Castle overlooking the River Dove. The limestone craggy outcrop was strategically used to create a rampart for the ancient settlement

A very impressive building, visible from miles around and giving amazing views down the valley over the deer park.

Really cool, you can still make out the structures that once surrounded the castle.

Limestone craggy outcrop used strategically to create a rampart for an ancient settlement and motte and bailey castle.

The Hunting Tower stands on the escarpment 400 feet (122 m) above Chatsworth House, on the edge of Stand Wood. Complete with old cannons facing the gorgeous view, it's a great place to stop for a moment. The tower was completed around 1582 for Bess of Hardwick, ancestress of the Dukes of Devonshire. These days, you can rent the Hunting Tower for overnight stays.

Great views from the top of the hill.

Beautiful place, there is a great view up the Cave Daley valley. Wish I had time to go round the other side for a close up view/visit.

The imposing ruins of Peveril Castle stand high above the pretty village of Castleton in the heart of Derbyshire's Peak District. Mentioned in the Domesday survey, Peveril Castle is one of England's earliest Norman fortresses. The keep was built by Henry II in 1176.

An impressive building, but a very steep climb down slippery steps to the path below.

The striking ruins of Peveril Castle stand high above Castleton and afford magical views over the Peak District. Mentioned in the Domesday survey, it is one of England's earliest Norman fortresses and was built by Henry II in 1176. The castle is managed by English Heritage. Entry costs £6.20 for adults, £3.70 for children (5-17 years), and £5.60 for concessions. For opening times and more information, visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/peveril-castle.