Arundel Castle is a restored and remodelled medieval castle in Arundel, West Sussex, England. It was established by Roger de Montgomery in the 11th century, who was a cousin of William the Conqueror. The castle was originally a motte-and-bailey structure and has been the seat of the Earls of Arundel and the Dukes of Norfolk since that time.
Throughout its history, the castle has survived significant events, including a siege by the forces of Henry I in the early 12th century. It was damaged during the English Civil War in 1643, when 800 royalists inside surrendered after 18 days. Following this, Parliament ordered the slighting of the castle, though weather probably destroyed more of the structure than the order intended.
Major restorations began in the late 18th and early 19th centuries under the 11th Duke of Norfolk. From 1875 to 1905, the 15th Duke commissioned further restructuring based on designs by Charles Alban Buckler. Today, the castle remains a Grade I listed building, featuring historical highlights like the Collector's Earl Garden and a cricket ground that has hosted matches since 1895.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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