Nunney Castle

#296 among destinations in the United Kingdom

Forts and castles, Top attraction, Park

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Nunney Castle, nestled in the picturesque village of Nunney in Somerset, United Kingdom, stands as a striking example of medieval architecture. This 14th-century fortress, surrounded by a deep moat, was built in the French style by Sir John de la Mare in 1373. Despite its romantic appearance, Nunney Castle was designed for defense, with its imposing four corner towers offering strategic vantage points.

Throughout its history, Nunney Castle has witnessed various historical events, including a siege during the English Civil War. In 1645, the castle was badly damaged and subsequently fell into disrepair. Today, the ruins of Nunney Castle are a testament to its once formidable presence.

Managed by English Heritage, the castle remains open to the public, offering a glimpse into England's rich medieval past. Visitors can explore the ruins, walk along the moat, and appreciate the castle's unique design. The site's compact size and well-preserved nature make it an enchanting stop for history enthusiasts and families alike.

Alternative names: Elevation: 351 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°12'37"N, 2°22'42"W

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Castle StreetNunney BA11 4NJ EnglandUnited Kingdom

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Nunney Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Longleat, Longleat Safari Park, Church of St John the Baptist, Frome Museum.

4.8 miE
Garden, Historical place, History museum
Longleat, Warminster
123 min walk • Nestled in the lush Wiltshire countryside, Longleat stands as a magnificent testament to England's stately architectural heritage. This grand home, located near the town of Warminster, United Kingdom, is renowned for its Elizabethan Renaissance architecture...
5.2 miE
Zoo
Longleat Safari Park, Warminster
133 min walk • Longleat Safari Park, a pioneering and captivating wildlife experience nestled in the heart of the English countryside in Warminster, stands as a premier attraction for animal lovers and adventure seekers alike. Opened in 1966, it was the first drive-through safari...
2.8 miNE
Church
Church of St John the Baptist, Frome
73 min walk • The Church of St John the Baptist, Frome is a parish church in the Church of England located in Frome within the English county of Somerset. It is a Grade II* listed building.
3 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum
Frome Museum, Frome
76 min walk • Frome Heritage Museum in Frome, Somerset, England houses a collection of local history and has a particularly important collection of artefacts from the bronze foundry of J.W.Singer.
2.3 miN
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Monuments and statues
St Andrew's Church
58 min walk • St Andrew's Church is a Church of England parish church located in the village of Mells in the English county of Somerset. The church is a grade I listed building.
5.1 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Fairy Cave Quarry
131 min walk • Fairy Cave Quarry is between Stoke St Michael and Oakhill in the limestone of the Mendip Hills, in Somerset, England. Quarrying was first started on the site in the early 1920s.
3 miNE
Canal
Murtry Aqueduct
76 min walk • Murtry Aqueduct is a three-arched aqueduct that was intended to carry the Dorset and Somerset Canal over the Mells River, near Frome in Somerset, England. It is a grade II listed building.
~310 ftE
Church
All Saints Church
2 min walk • The Church of All Saints at Nunney, Somerset, England, is a Grade I listed building dating from the 12th century. It was probably built on the site of an earlier Saxon or Norman church from which a Saxon cross and Norman font can still be seen.
2.7 miNE
Art gallery, Church, Theater
Rook Lane Chapel, Frome
70 min walk • Rook Lane Chapel was a place of worship, and is now an arts centre, in Frome, Somerset, England. Built in 1707 by James Pope the chapel was the place of worship for nonconformists. In 1717 there were a thousand ‘hearers’ in the congregation.
4.3 miNE
Park
Orchardleigh House, Frome
109 min walk • Orchardleigh is a country estate in Somerset, approximately two miles north of Frome, and on the southern edge of the village of Lullington. The privately held estate comprises a Victorian country house, the Orchardleigh Lake with its island church, and an 18-hole golf course.
4.4 miN
Park
Ammerdown House
112 min walk • Ammerdown House in Kilmersdon, Somerset, England, was built in 1788. It has been designated as Grade I listed building. It was built as a country house with stables and an adjacent formal garden within landscaped parkland in emparked landscape by James Wyatt for Thomas Samuel Jolliffe.