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Castle Rising Castle Location map Castle Rising, Norfolk 12th century castle with the oddly redundant name, built by Henry Albini to celebrate his marriage to the widow of Henry I. Beautifully preserved rectangular keep surrounded by 12 acres of earthwork defenses. King's Lynn, Castle Rising, Norfolk, England, PE31 6AH Location: 4 m NE King's Lynn, off A149 Website: Castle Rising Castle Phone: 01553 631330 Fax: 01553 631724 English Heritage Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Details of Castle Rising Castle

Norwich Castle Location map Norwich, Norfolk William the Conqueror built the first castle atop a high mound in 1067, using the townsfolk as forced labour. The present Norwich Castle was built 60 years later. The castle is now a museum housing local art, silver, glass, and porcelain, as well as archaeological remains and armour. Castle Meadow, Norwich, Norfolk, England, NR1 3JU Website: Norwich Castle Email: museums@norfolk.gov.uk Phone: 01603 493636 Fax: 01603 493623 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express

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