Search Results: Rochester Castle

Rochester Castle, located in Kent, England, was first constructed shortly after 1066 CE by the Normans, was converted into stone between 1087 and 1089 CE, and then added to over subsequent centuries, notably between 1127 and 1136 CE, and...

Rochester Castle, Kent, England, which was built from the late 11th-12th century CE and which has one of the best-preserved tower keeps anywhere.

Illustration of the Siege of Rochester Castle (1215 CE) by Rocío Espin. Courtesy of Medieval Warfare Magazine / Karwansaray Publishers.

An arcade within the tower keep of Rochester Castle, Kent, England, 11th century CE.

The tower (donjon) of Rochester Castle, Kent, England, which was built in the 12th century CE.

The keep, located within a courtyard and surrounded by a curtain wall, was the heart of a medieval castle. The hall keep was a low building while the tower keep or donjon could have three or more floors and be topped by turrets and battlements...

In light of the release of the film Ironclad, BBC History Magazine visited Rochester Castle to see what evidence remains of the siege today.

Medieval castles were built from the 11th century CE for rulers to demonstrate their wealth and power to the local populace, to provide a place of defence and safe retreat in the case of attack, defend strategically important sites like river...

Chillon Castle (French: Château de Chillon) is a medieval fortress celebrated for its beauty and is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Situated in Canton Vaud, Switzerland and only 3 km (2 miles) from...

The medieval toilet or latrine, then called a privy or garderobe, was a primitive affair, but in a castle, one might find a little more comfort and certainly a great deal more design effort than had been invested elsewhere. Practicality...