Essex Castles

Hadleigh Castle 

Ruins of castle built for Edward III and immortalised by John Constable. The curtain walls towers, which survive almost to their full height, overlook the Essex marshes and the Thames estuary.

South Benfleet, SS7 2PP   Tel:  01223 582700 Email

Hedingham Castle

Norman keep, 110 feet high, was built c.1140 by Aubrey de Vere and is still owned by one of his descendants, The Honourable Thomas Lindsay and his wife Virginia. There are four floors to explore, including a magnificent Banqueting Hall spanned by a remarkable 28 foot arch, one of the largest Norman arches in England. A good view of this splendid room can be obtained from he Minstrels' Gallery, built within the thickness of the 12 foot walls.

A visit to the castle and its beautiful grounds is ideal for a family outing, and during the summer there are a variety of special events which bring its colourful history alive. Come and enjoy one of our exciting Jousting Tournaments or other entertainments

Castle Hedingham, CO9 3DJ   Tel: 01787 460261   Email

Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village of 1066

Unique time travel experience back to Norman England of 1066 at Mountfitchet Castle and Norman village, re-constructed on its original ancient site. Voted Essex attraction of the year 2002 by the Good Britain Guide

Stansted Mountfitchet  CM24 8SP   Tel: 01279 813237  Email