Eye Castle is one of the few surviving motte-and-bailey castles from the early Norman period. Built shortly after the Norman conquest of England in 1066, the castle was sacked and …
The original Norman Framlingham Castle, built in 1148, was destroyed by Henry II in 1148. The castle you see today was constructed shortly afterwards. From the 13th century, the castle …
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 …
Bungay Castle is a Grade I listed building. The site was originally a Norman castle built in about 1100 to take advantage of the natural protection provided by a curve in the River Waveney.
The 16th-century Kentwell Hall is a stately home in Long Melford and one of the finest moated Tudor Houses in the country. Surrounded by beautiful parkland and gardens, it's a …
Set amidst expansive parkland and a charming lake, Framlingham Castle has witnessed fascinating periods of history. The castle is managed by English Heritage and is well worth a visit. Even …
The small Suffolk town of Clare is a delight to explore. It boasts independent shops, pubs, cafes, an historic Augustine priory and an 11th-century castle ruin, the centrepiece of Clare …
Landguard Fort dates back to the 16th century but has never really fallen out of use, despite its many renovations. Its interior is largely Victorian, but it has a more …
Mettingham Castle is a fortified manor house that was created in the 14th Century. Given to monks to create a college, after the dissolution of the monasteries it was sold …
Denham Castle, also known as Castle Holes, was built in the early 12th century by the third Earl of Clare.
During its construction and occupation period, it was also referred …