Lydford Castle and Saxon Town
Lydford Castle and Saxon Town
Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison. It later became notorious for harsh punishments - 'the most annoyous, contagious and detestable place within this realm'. To the south is an earlier Norman earthwork castle: to the north, Saxon town defences.
Venue Category:
Castles
Associated Organisation:
Activities provided:
Guided Tour
Observing
Curriculum:
Design
History
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Lydford
Okehampton
Devon
EX20 4BH
Venue Contact Number:
0117 9750 700