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TONBRIDGE CASTLE
Tonbridge, Kent
Telephone:01732 770929 Fax: 01732 770449
Email: liz.roberts@tmbc.gov.uk
Website:
www.tonbridgecastle.org/
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Reputedly England's finest example of a motte and
bailey Castle with a splendid 13th century Gatehouse. Tonbridge Castle is set
in landscaped gardens overlooking the River Medway.
The site is well interpreted and there are audio
tours of the Gatehouse, bringing to life the story of kings and archbishops,
tyrants and heroes, murderers and mercenaries, all of whom have helped to write
some 900 years of English history.
Experience with interactive displays and life-size figures a vivid
recreation of the sights, sounds and excitement of 13th century castle life.
Follow in the footsteps of the Red Earl and lend a hand in the guardroom as the
Gatehouse comes under noisy attack from a battering ram and seige tower. See
how the castle was defended and join the guards for supper, visit the armourers
stores and imagine what it was like to be a lord or a lady at Tonbridge Castle
700 years ago
Our audio tour lasts
an hour and is available in English, French, Dutch and German. |
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OPENING TIMES
& ADMISSION |
Open: Mon-Sat 9.00am - 4.00pm, Suns & BH 10.30am - 4.00pm, closed
Christmas & New Year. Last tours leave one hour before closing.
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