Castles of England/Hertfordshire
Appearance
There are three castles of note in Hertfordshire.
Name |
Type |
Date |
Condition |
Image | Ownership / Access |
Notes (Key) |
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Berkhamsted Castle | Motte and bailey | 11–13th century | Fragmentary remains | ![]() |
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Unoccupied since 1495. |
Bishop's Stortford Castle | Motte and bailey | 11–12th century | Earthworks | ![]() |
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Also known as Waytemore Castle. |
Hertford Castle | Motte and bailey | 11–12th century | Fragments | ![]() |
Local authority | 15th century gatehouse survives, altered and extended 18–20th centuries, remainder largely demolished early 17th century. |