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Castle Cary castle remains. In the foreground, the motte and bailey of the old castle. Behind is Castle Cary church.
Photograph by Graham Horn. Some rights reserved. (view image details)
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Castle Cary castle remains from Lodge Hill.
Photograph by Graham Horn. Some rights reserved. (view image details)
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CARY CASTLE FACTS
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Location
near Castle Cary, Somerset
Description
Cary Castle stood on Lodge Hill overlooking the town of Castle Cary in Somerset. Only the earthworks now remain. Some of the stonework of the castle was used in the buildings of the town.
Architecture
motte and bailey
History
The motte and bailey castle was built after the Norman conquest either by Walter of Douai or by the following owners, the Perceval family. It was besieged by King Stephen in 1138, and again in 1153. The castle was abandoned by 1468 when owners moved to a manor house which was built beside it. The site was excavated in 1890, revealing the foundations of a square tower.
Date
11th century
Other Castles in the Area
Farleigh Hungerford Castle
Nunney Castle
Old Wardour Castle
Sherborne Castle
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