Sherborne Castle, West Dorset, England

Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.

Brief description of site

The landscape was previously a medieval deer park, to which formal gardens were added from the late-17th to early-18th century. These were then extensively 'landscaped' in the later-18th century.
Much of the land has been returned to agricultural use, with the present parkland and lake covering around 48 hectares. There are fine mature trees in the parkland and beside the lake.

Brief history of site

The castle was built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594.

Location information:

OS Landranger Map Sheet Number:	194	Grid Ref:	ST649164
Latitude:	50.94596	Longitude:	-2.500995

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