Christchurch in Dorset, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Christchurch Castle and Norman House
Symbol of Norman Power
Photographed by Stephen Palmer, April 28, 2023
1. Christchurch Castle and Norman House Marker
A large Norman castle, built in the late 11th century, once dominated the town of Christchurch. This mound, or motte, originally had a timber tower which was replaced in stone in about 1300. The other castle buildings, including the fine Norman house (above), stood around a defended courtyard in the area to your left.
Erected by English Heritage.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 50° 44.032′ N, 1° 46.468′ W. Marker is in Christchurch, England, in Dorset. It can be reached from Castle Street. On grounds opposite The King's Arms Hotel. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England BH23 1DT, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South West England. Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Town of Christchurch-Twynham (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Court House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Ducking Stool (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Clingan's Trust (about 120 meters away); Priory Church (about 150 meters away); The Old Tolsey (about 180 meters away); The Town Hall (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); World War II Memorial (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Christchurch.
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Photographed by Stephen Palmer, April 28, 2023
2. Norman House
Photographed by Stephen Palmer, April 28, 2023
3. Christchurch Castle and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2023, by Stephen Palmer of Ascot, England. This page has been viewed 220 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 30, 2023, by Stephen Palmer of Ascot, England. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
