SALTWOOD CASTLE

The first castle was built in 488, probably on a Roman site, but was replaced by a 12th century Norman structure which was extended throughout the next 2 centuries. It was rendered uninhabitable in 1580 by an earthquake but was restored in the 19th century, since when the tall gatehouse has been used as a residence.

Private, but can be seen from bridlepath.


Photograph by Dae Sasitorn / www.lastrefuge.co.uk/photolibrary
Directions
About half a mile north of Hythe.

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