Fragmentary remains of Oswestry Castle
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Fragmentary remains of Oswestry Castle
Image: © Jaggery Taken: 15 Sep 2014
A few fragments of 13th century masonry remain on top of a late 11th century motte. The castle was razed in 1644 by Parliamentarian forces during the Civil War. The remains are Grade II listed and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.861082
Longitude
-3.055114