Lewes in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Norman Gatehouse and the Barbican
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 12, 2018
1. The Norman Gatehouse and the Barbican Marker
The Norman Gatehouse was probably square, but only one wall is left. From the Gatehouse, part of the Curtain Wall, which enclosed the Castle, went up to the top of the motte.
The Gatehouse and wall are made of roughly laid flints with Caen Stone on the corners and archways.
The Barbican
In the 14th century a new entrance called a Barbican was built in front of the Norman Gatehouse.
The flints on the front of the Barbican were carefully shaped and laid in neat rows. Green sandstone was used for the corners and for decoration.
Did You Know?
On the Barbican different types of stone have been used to make a chequered pattern.
This may have been meant to look like the blue and vellow of the De Warenne family’s colours.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 50° 52.374′ N, 0° 0.479′ E. Marker is in Lewes, England, in East Sussex. Marker can be reached from the intersection of High Street and Castle Gate, on the left when traveling east. Located in Lewes Castle. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lewes, England BN7 1XH, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Russian Cannon (here, next to this marker);
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Sussex Archaeological Society Lewes Castle & Museum. (Submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Lewes Castle on Wikipedia. (Submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 12, 2018
2. The Norman Gatehouse and the Barbican Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 12, 2018
3. The Norman Gatehouse and the Barbican
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 357 times since then and 66 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
