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Hemyock Castle heritage open day
Sunday 9 September 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Event Details
- Date:
- Sunday 9 September 2018
- Time:
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2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Cost:
- Free
- Event Category:
- Heritage & history
- Transport
- Car park on site
- Facilities
- Toilets nearby
- Suitable for
- All ages
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Terrain
- Level surface
Hemyock Castle is a privately-owned residential site and a scheduled ancient monument. This heritage open day provides an opportunity to view the substantial remains of Hemyock Castle’s towers, walls, moat, grounds; and visit its display areas.
The remains of the moated, rare, late 14th-century castle surround a much older manor house. During the English Civil War in the 17th century, the castle was garrisoned for parliament. The Royalists attacked twice, eventually besieging and capturing Hemyock Castle. Afterwards, the castle was slighted (destroyed). Subsequently the site evolved to become a farm, and later a private home. Former outbuildings have also been converted into homes.
Free on heritage open day.