• This article is about a castle in England. For the historic strurcture in Portland, Oregon, see Canterbury Castle (Portland, Oregon). Building in Kent, England.
  • Canterbury Castle was purchased by the city council in 1928. ... Canterbury Norman Castle is located on Castle Street, Canterbury, CT1 2PR.
  • Canterbury Castle began as a military fortress but eventually became the most famous and influential prison in Kent.
  • Also known as Canterbury Castle, it's is a Norman castle that dates back to 1066, when William the Conqueror was busy conquering England.
  • Canterbury Castle, located in the charming city of Canterbury, Kent, England, is a fascinating historical site that takes visitors on a journey back in time.
  • After Henry II built his new castle at Dover, Canterbury Castle declined in importance and became used primarily as a prison, under the control of the Sheriff of Kent.
  • Address: Castle Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2PR Owned by: Canterbury City Council Opening times: Free open access at any reasonable time.
  • Let’s take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about Canterbury Castle, a building with a history that spans nearly a millennium.
  • In total, there were three castles built, out of which the present one is known as Canterbury castle. The other two are Rochester Castle and Dover Castle.
  • There are many other places to see, such as the Canterbury Norman Castle and St.Augustine’s Abbey. If you live in Canterbury then you will know how...