Guildford Castle
Guildford Castle is in Guildford, Surrey, England. It is thought to have been built by William the Conqueror, or one of his barons, shortly after the 1066 invasion of England.
| Guildford Castle | |
|---|---|
| Surrey, England | |
The keep of Guildford Castle | |
Guildford Castle | |
| Coordinates | 51°14′04″N 0°34′21″W |
| Grid reference | SU 99768 49312 |
| Type | Motte and bailey |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Guildford Borough Council |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Site history | |
| Materials | Bargate stone |
| Events | |
Scheduled monument | |
| Official name | Guildford Castle |
| Designated | 1 January 1920 |
| Reference no. | 1012340 |
Listed Building – Grade I | |
| Official name | Castle Keep, Guildford |
| Designated | 1 May 1953 |
| Reference no. | 1377881 |
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