THETFORD CASTLE

There were two motte and bailey castles, Castle Mound (at 40 foot high is one of the largest in England) and Red Castle which is the earlier of the two having been erected at the end of the 11th century. The wooden buildings were destroyed in 1174. Traces of earthworks are visible.

Also in Thetford are the remains of the 12th century Thetford Abbey. Two miles to the west is Thetford Warren hunting lodge dating from 1400.



Photos Liam Snell
Directions
In the town, on the A11.

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