Bristol Castle
Located in Bristol, England Coordinates: 51°27′21″ N 2°35′18″ W
- Local time
- UTC+00:00
- Europe/London · UTC+00:00
- Elevation
- 17 m
- above sea level
About Bristol Castle
Bristol Castle is a historic site. Location: Bristol, England.
Bristol Castle was a Norman castle established in the late 11th century on the north bank of the River Avon in Bristol. Remains can be seen today in Castle Park near the Broadmead Shopping Centre, including the sally port. Built during the reign of William the Conqueror, and later owned by Robert FitzHamon, it became an important royal castle and was the scene of several imprisonments and executions.
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At a glance
- Architect
- Robert, 1st Earl of Gloucester
- Heritage designation
- scheduled monument
Source: Wikidata
In comparison
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Nearby attractions & nature
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Bristol Zoo Gardens Attraction, Bristol2.5 km W -
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Brandon Hill park Natural site, Bristol1.3 km W
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Purdown BT Tower Landmark, Bristol3.7 km NE
Nearest towns and villages
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Bristol City, Bristol0.6 km W
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Clifton Neighbourhood, Bristol2.3 km W
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Bedminster Neighbourhood, Bristol2.1 km SW
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Hotwells Neighbourhood, Bristol2 km W
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