Magical Arundel Castle - A Journey Through Nearly 1000 Years of History

Arundel Castle

A Magical Journey Through Nearly 1000 Years of English History

Visiting Arundel Castle, it's never too late to have a good childhood imagination, with Rapunzel's long blond hair flowing from one of Arundel's towers down to her love... I can hear the blacksmiths making weapons, and the townspeople cheering the knights jousting.

Castle Views & Gardens

Stunning castle architecture against the Sussex countryside

The grass is greener where the water is!

Historic Windows - Architectural Marvel from 2014

🏰 Fascinating Facts About Arundel Castle

Christmas Day Foundation

Arundel Castle was founded on Christmas Day 1067 by Roger de Montgomery, a close friend and advisor to William the Conqueror.

850+ Years of Noble Heritage

The castle has been the home of the Dukes of Norfolk and their ancestors for over 850 years, making it one of England's longest continuously inhabited castles.

Royal Treasures

Houses priceless artwork by Van Dyck, Gainsborough, Reynolds, and Canaletto, plus possessions that once belonged to Mary, Queen of Scots.

Queen Victoria's Visit

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert stayed at the castle for three days in 1846. You can still see the bed she slept in!

England's Second Largest

Arundel Castle is England's second largest castle, with the oldest feature being a motte (artificial mound) over 100 feet high.

Saints & Cardinals

The Howard family has produced two cardinals and a saint - St Philip Howard, who died in the Tower of London for his Catholic faith.

A Journey Through Time

1067

Norman Foundation: Roger de Montgomery establishes the castle on Christmas Day, creating the motte and first wooden structures.

1138

Stone Keep Built: William d'Aubiny constructs the impressive stone shell keep that still dominates the landscape today.

1643

Civil War Damage: The castle suffers significant damage during the English Civil War, requiring extensive restoration.

1651

Royal Near-Miss: Charles II narrowly escapes capture near the castle while fleeing after the Battle of Worcester.

1846

Royal Visit: Queen Victoria and Prince Albert stay for three days, with special furniture purchased for their visit.

2021

Historic Theft: Irreplaceable gold rosary beads carried by Mary, Queen of Scots to her execution are stolen in a break-in.

It's never too late to have a good childhood imagination, with Rapunzel's long blond hair flowing from one of Arundel's towers down to her love... I can hear the blacksmiths making weapons, and the townspeople cheering the knights jousting.

Experience the Magic

The Living Castle

Arundel Castle stands majestically on a hill in West Sussex, commanding breathtaking views across the South Downs and River Arun. This isn't just a museum piece - it's a living castle where the 18th Duke of Norfolk still resides, continuing an unbroken line of nobility that stretches back nearly a millennium.

The castle survived treacherous Tudor politics (multiple Dukes lost their heads!), devastating Civil War battles, and centuries of change, yet it continues to enchant visitors with its Norman Keep, medieval Gatehouse, Barbican, and the stunning Collector Earl's Garden with its magical Oberon's Palace pavilion.

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