Portchester Castle
Castle Street, Portchester. Tel: (023) 9237 8291
Surrounded by the most complete Roman walls in Northern Europe and set in a stunningly picturesque landscape, the vast keep gives breathtaking birds-eye views over Portsmouth and the Solent.
Also within the walls are the magnificent 14th century palace of King Richard II and the delightful Norman church built in the 12th century.
The fortress has been host to Romans, Saxons, Normans, medieval Kings and even 4,000 French prisoners of war during the Napoleonic era.
Open daily. April-September 10-6; October-March 10-4.
Special events and historical re-enactments on some weekends
Adult £3.90 Child £2 Concessions available, English Heritage members free. Contact (023) 9237 8291
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15 January 2007 2:30 PM
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Portsmouth