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Berkshire Castles
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Donnington Castle
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A twin-towered gateway stands at the entrance to this 14th century stronghold. Sadly, the remainder of Donnington Castle is little more than earthworks, but the gatehouse is still very striking and well worth a visit. The castle was built by Richard Abberbury the Elder, and was later the home of Thomas Chaucer, son of poet Geoffrey Chaucer. It was besieged several times by Parliamentary troops during the English Civil War, but never taken.
Newbury,
Berkshire,
England
Attraction Type: Castle
Location: 1 m N Newbury off B4494
Website: Donnington Castle
Phone: 01424 775 705
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OS Grid SU463 691
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9 Leverton Cottages
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Donnington House Hotel
The Donnington House Hotel is ideally situated close to Junction 10 (a329 motorway) and Junction 11 of the m4. 20 minute walk from Reading Town Centre and main line railway station. The University is only 10 minutes walk away. There is easy access to Heathrow, Gatwick, … more >>
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ELMHURST HOTEL
All bedrooms are spacious, have a modern outlook and wall to wall carpeting. Each one is equipped with a wash hand basin, razor point, colour television and telephones. We also have internet facilities. Free wireless internet. Non SMOKING ROOMS. more >>
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