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Windsor Castle was originally built by William the Conqueror, who reigned from 1066 until his death in 1087. His original wooden castle stood on the site of the present Round Tower. The original wooden structure was replaced by stone from 1165 to 1179 by Henry II, who also constructed the prominent Round Tower.
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What was built first Hampton court or windsor castle?
windsor castle
Why is windsor castle located in windsor?
Because that's where it was built !
Who made windsor castle?
Henry vii made Windsor castle because he was scared of King Richard III's family might attacked! that's why Windsor Castle was built.
What was windsor castle built of?
it is a concentric castle made of stone but the drawbridge wood
Where was the first castle in England built?
The first castle built according to a website said that a motte and bailey castle which is called windsor castle in berkshire is the first ever castle built
What year was Dover Castle built?
The earliest castle at the site of Windsor Castle was built in 1070. The oldest building still there was built in 1154. So you might say it is 940, or 856, or just say about 900.
Why was windsor castle built in windsor?
The reason he burnt it down was to prove to the people that he was strong and powerful. (Answered by a 12 year old so you could probably get a better answer somewhere else but this is what I have read.)
When was the windsor castle built?
when the don came through the door me
What were the methods of defence that were built into windsor castle?
portcullises and second bailey
What were the names of castles in Medieval times?
Windsor castle Lincoln castle Alnwick castle Leeds castle Norwich castle Nunney castle Yarmouth castle
Does windsor castle have a ditch filled with water?
No. Windsor Castle was built on chalk, therefore any water put into a moat would have just sunk straight through.
When did queen Victoria live in windsor castle?
Queen Victoria lived in Windsor castle from 1837-1901 CE. During her rule she spent the majority of the year in Windsor.
