Winchester Castle
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Winchester Castle, of which only ruins remain, was built in 1067 during the reign of William the Conqueror, was demolished by parliament in 1644/1647 under the leadership of Oliver Cromwell, and was then completely restored by Wren in 1683 as a residence for Charles II. The regimental museums in the castle grounds document the period at the end of the 19th century when the castle was used as barracks; the modern building houses the law courts.
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The Great Hall is the only remaining part of Winchester Castle. The Round Table has hung here for over 600 years.
Address:
Winchester Castle, Castle Avenue, Winchester , England
Hours:
January 1 to December 31: 10am-5pm
Always closed on: Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop
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