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GATEHOUSE As the entrance was the weakest part of the castle , its strengthening was a first priority and probably the first part to be rebuilt in stone ( e.g. Lewes , Tickhill ) . Even when the perimeter of palisades was never replaced ...
GATEHOUSE As the entrance was the weakest part of the castle , its strengthening was a first priority and probably the first part to be rebuilt in stone ( e.g. Lewes , Tickhill ) . Even when the perimeter of palisades was never replaced ...
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Characteristic rectangular enclosure with angle - towers and gatehouse in one long side . Transitional between Harlech and Bolton . C16-17 modifications but mediaeval remains include : moat , gatehouse , polygonal towers , curtain ...
Characteristic rectangular enclosure with angle - towers and gatehouse in one long side . Transitional between Harlech and Bolton . C16-17 modifications but mediaeval remains include : moat , gatehouse , polygonal towers , curtain ...
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1390, including gatehouse-keep. C. 1570 this gatehouse was blocked and new gateway opened in curtain to W Mine and counter-mine of siege (1546-7). (61, 121, 134, 157)\ ST MARYS LOCH, Selkirkshire 2422 C15? C ? N of loch is Dryhope, ...
1390, including gatehouse-keep. C. 1570 this gatehouse was blocked and new gateway opened in curtain to W Mine and counter-mine of siege (1546-7). (61, 121, 134, 157)\ ST MARYS LOCH, Selkirkshire 2422 C15? C ? N of loch is Dryhope, ...
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