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Motte and bailey castle at Boscastle

Motte and bailey castle at Boscastle — a literary house museum in england south west.

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Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h

About

Motte and bailey castle at Boscastle is a literary house museum located in england south west. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte-and-bailey castle in Forrabury and Minster, Cornwall, England, UK

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Place summary

The motte and bailey castle at Boscastle is located in South-West England. This medieval structure is an example of early Norman military architecture. It features a raised earthwork mound (motte) and an enclosed courtyard (bailey). The site offers insights into the defensive strategies of the period and is part of the historical landscape of the area.

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Coordinates
50.6861, -4.6919

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Motte and bailey castle at Boscastle is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
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Motte and bailey castle at Boscastle — a literary house museum in england south west.
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Its coordinates are 50.6861°, -4.6919°.