Kent

Castele în Kent

Castles and Fortresses

From Henry VIII's Tudor forts to the moated fairytale of Leeds, Kent's castles guard centuries of history.

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Dover Castle

This Grade I listed medieval castle overlooks Dover and houses centuries of military history.

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Leeds Castle

One of England's most romantic castles, this historic site served as a residence for King Edward I in the 13th century.

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Bodiam Castle

A picturesque 14th-century moated castle featuring surviving ruins near Robertsbridge.

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Scotney Castle

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Deal Castle

Built between 1539 and 1540, this English Heritage coastal artillery fort was commissioned by Henry VIII.

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Walmer Castle

Originally constructed between 1539 and 1540 by Henry VIII, this coastal artillery fort is managed by English Heritage.

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Sandgate Castle

This artillery fort was originally built by Henry VIII between 1539 and 1540 to protect the Kent coast.

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Chilham Castle

Set within a 300-acre estate, this historic castle and manor house was once owned by Henry VIII and has hosted royalty.

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Eynsford Castle

A ruined medieval fortification built on the site of an earlier Anglo-Saxon stone burh.

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Sutton Valence Castle

The ruins of a medieval fortification preserved by English Heritage in the village of Sutton Valence.

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Tilbury Fort

Historically known as the Thermitage Bulwark, this coastal artillery fort sits on the riverbank under the care of English Heritage.