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The Norman House, Castle Keep and Motte

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Christchurch Castle was built in the late 11th Century to protect the town's and river access to the interior of Wessex. It was built inside the Saxon fort whose walls were probably used to build the castle mound or motte.

The once luxurious Constable's House, now in ruins, has the oldest Norman chimney in Britain and was built around 1150. The stone keep (slighted after 1650), replaced a wooden structure about 1300. The Castle saw action in the Anarchy about 1147 and in the Civil War in 1645.

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Free Admission	Free

Opening Times

2024 Opening (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

Castle Street
CHRISTCHURCH
Dorset
BH23 1DT

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

From A35 follow the signs to historic Christchurch

Public Transport Directions

Bus: More Bus and Yellow Buses operate a frequent service to and from Christchurch High Street.

Rail: 15 minutes walk from Christchurch Railway Station.

Journey planning: Contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables and plan your journey by public transport.

Facilities

Accessibility

Guide Dogs Permitted

Catering

Picnic Site

Children & Infants

Accept children all ages

Establishment Features

Dog Friendly
Dogs-Accepted - on lead.
Groups Welcome
Open All Year

Event Facilities

Free Entry

Group Travel

Out of Hours Visits

Key Features

In town/city centre
Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Outdoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

Car parking - Nearest car park - Wick Lane behind the Regent Centre off the main High Street.
On Bus Route
Within 1 Mile of a Train Station

Venue Facilities

Groups Accepted

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