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Exploring Arundel Castle: A World Heritage Site of Heritage, Art, and History in West Sussex, England

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Exploring Arundel Castle:

A World Heritage Site of Heritage, Art,

AND History in West Sussex, England

   

 

Uncover the beauty of Arundel Castle,

a World Heritage Site located in West Sussex, England.

Journey through centuries of history, art, and architecture,

and explore the rich heritage and culture of this aristocratic fortress.

Learn about the castle’s past,

admire its awe-inspiring topography,

and discover what makes this majestic setting so special.

   

Arundel Castle:

A World Heritage Site of Heritage, Art,

and History in West Sussex, England

   

Located in the heart of West Sussex, England,

Arundel Castle is a magnificent structure

that stands as a testament to the centuries of history,

art and architecture that have come to define the region.

As a World Heritage Site,

the castle is a source of great pride for the area,

and a visit to its grounds will show you why.

   

This aristocratic fortress

was built more than 800 years ago

and has been home to the Duke of Norfolk and his family ever since.

The castle’s heritage and culture are still very much alive today,

and visitors can explore its many rooms and courtyards to glimpse its rich past.

   

The castle is a fine example of the medieval architecture

of the region and features a variety of defensive features,

such as its imposing gatehouse, drawbridge, and high walls.

Other features of note include the castle’s chapel,

which houses a collection of religious icons,

and a number of rooms that have been decorated over the centuries.

   

The castle is a treat for lovers of topography, too.

Its grounds are dotted with various gardens,

including a formal walled garden and a large lake.

Visitors can also enjoy the views from the castle’s turrets and towers,

or take a stroll around the circumference of the walls.

   

Arundel Castle is truly a marvel of heritage, art and history,

and a visit to its grounds will show you why.

From its imposing defensive walls

to its awe-inspiring gardens and towers,

this World Heritage Site is well worth a visit.

Come experience it for yourself

and explore the rich culture and history of this aristocratic fortress.

 

Plan Your Visit to Arundel Castle, The Norman Keep, and Arundel Castle Gardens:

https://www.arundelcastle.org/

 
 
 
 
WORCESTER, FLIGHT, AND BARR
DESSERT SERVICE
CIRCA 1800
WORCESTER, FLIGHT, AND BARR
DESSERT SERVICE
CIRCA 1800
PARIS DESSERT SERVICE
By DIHL et GUERARD
CIRCA 1790
PARIS DESSERT SERVICE
By DIHL et GUERARD
Circa 1790
PARIS DESSERT SERVICE
By DIHL et GUERARD
CIRCA 1790
WROUGHT IRON STRONGBOX / ANTIQUE CHEST
ANTIQUE JAPANNED TRUNK
PRECIOUS ANTIQUE HALL CHAIRS
STAINED GLASS WINDOWS give this place a VIBRANT yet DRAMATIC MOOD
PRIVATE CHAPEL
PRIVATE CHAPEL

QUIET PLEASE

BEAUTIFUL GLASS WINDOW is such a MOOD!
BOTTOM: TREFOIL GOTHIC ARCHITECTURAL FEATURE

THE BARONS’ HALL, ARUNDEL CASTLE, WEST SUSSEX, UNITED KINGDOM
LION SKIN RUG, ARUNDEL CASTLE
FOREGROUND: LION SKIN RUG
BACKGROUND: FIREPLACE + FIRESCREEN + FIRE DOGS
STAINED GLASS ON TREFOIL GOTHIC WINDOWS
BARONS’ HALL, ARUNDEL CASTLE, WEST SUSSEX, UNITED KINGDOM
BARONS’ HALL, ARUNDEL CASTLE
MARQUETRY CABINET ON STAND, ARUNDEL CASTLE
ELM REFECTORY TABLE, BARONS’ HALL, ARUNDEL CASTLE

   

BARON’S HALL

 

ELM REFECTORY TABLE

 

PAIR OF WOODEN TANKARDS

Scandinavian burrwood with Lion on the lids in the style of ‘peg’ tankards

   

PAIR OF MARLY HORSES

Bronze 19th Century copy of originals

made for Louis XIV’s Chateau de Marly by Guillaume Coustou.

The originals, in marble, are at Place de la Concorde, Tuilleries Gardens, Paris.

These bronze copies were very popular in Victorian times. 

    

CHINESE PUNCH BOWL

An 18th Century famille rose style Chinese punch bowl

with the gilt bronze mounting a 19th century addition. 

     

BISHOPS CROZIER

Ivory and Bone carved with birds, figures, and animals, possibly 10th Century.

   

CREDITS: ARUNDELCASTLE.ORG

ELM REFECTORY TABLE IN BARONS’ HALL, ARUNDEL CASTLE
ANTIQUE SLED BABY BED

STAINED GLASS ON TREFOIL GOTHIC WINDOWS
ANTIQUE SLEIGH, ARUNDEL CASTLE
A MASTERPIECE OF A PAINTING!
CHARLES I IN ARMOR
PORTRAIT BY ANTHONY VAN DYCK, C. 1640
PICTURE GALLERY, ARUNDEL CASTLE
OPULENT PORTRAITS HANGING IN THE PICTURE GALLERY OF ARUNDEL CASTLE
STAINED GLASS ON TREFOIL WINDOWS AT THE END OF THE PICTURE GALLERY
DINING ROOM, ARUNDEL CASTLE
THE DINING ROOM, ARUNDEL CASTLE
THE DINING TABLE
OPULENTLY FURNISHED APARTMENT, ARUNDEL CASTLE
OPULENT APARTMENT INTERIORS, ARUNDEL CASTLE
OPULENT MANTLE CLOCK AND FRAMED PICTURES
A VERY LUXURIOUS MANTLE CLOCK
INDIVIDUAL PHOTOS COLLECTIVELY FRAMED IN AN OPULENT GILT FRAME
A FRAMED COLLECTION OF INDIVIDUAL PORTRAITS
OPULENT DRAWING ROOM INTERIOR, ARUNDEL CASTLE
THE DUKE OF NORFOLK’S FAMILY GRACING THE STAIRCASE
A BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK
THE RED ROOM, ARUNDEL CASTLE
BATHTUB AND FIREPLACE.
LET’S JUST HOPE THE WATER FLOWING TO THE TUB IS ACTUALLY HEATED THOUGH
A GOLDEN FIGURINE FLANKED BY ANTIQUE FINE PORCELAIN PIECES
ANTIQUE WROUGHT IRON LAMP
VAULTED CEILING
GRAND STAIRCASE, ARUNDEL CASTLE
MIXED GOTHIC AND FRENCH INFLUENCES
STAINED GLASS ON TREFOIL WINDOW.
THIS IS A LOVELY READING NOOK
STAINED GLASS ON TREFOIL WINDOW OVERLOOKING THE COURTYARD
AN ENGRAVING OF WORKSOP MANOR, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
AFTER SAMUEL BUCK (1696-1779)
HEAVY OAK DOOR WITH WROUGHT IRON HARDWARE
A LOVELY DRESSING TABLE WITH AN OPULENT PORTRAIT OF A LOVELY LADY
A PERSONAL NOTE / DEDICATION FROM QUEEN VICTORIA
WHO USED TO STAY IN THIS ROOM OF ARUNDEL CASTLE DURING ONE OF HER REGULAR VISITS
VICTORIA ROOM: A ROOM USED BY AND DEDICATED TO QUEEN VICTORIA
VICTORIA ROOM
VICTORIA ROOM, ARUNDEL CASTLE
A ROYAL BED WITH OPULENT FURNISHINGS AND CANOPY,
PERSONALLY USED BY QUEEN VICTORIA DURING ONE OFHER VISITS TO ARUNDEL CASTLE
A VERY FINE FRENCH COMMODE or CHEST IN THE MIDDLE.
CHAIRS: UPHOLSTERED DARK WOOD CHAIR WITH CLAW ARMS AND TURNED LEGS
PORTRAIT OF THE DUCHESS OF NORFOLK
OAK DOOR WITH IRON HARDWARES
LAVINIA
WIFE OF THE 16TH DUKE OF NORFOLK
1916- 1995
JULIET PANNETT
ANNE
WIFE OF THE 17TH DUKE OF NORFOLK
1927-2013
JUNE MENDOZA
THOMAS HOWARD, 2ND EARL OF ARUNDEL (1585-1646), AND HIS WIFE
LADY ALETHEA TALBOT, COUNTESS OF ARUNDEL (C.1590-1654)
WITH POSSIBLY FRANCIS JUNIUS (1589-1677) OR WILLIAM PETTY
AFTER SIR ANTHONY VAN DYCK (ANTWERP 1599- LONDON 1641)
SOURCE: NATIONALTRUSTCOLLECTIONS.ORG.UK
READING ROOM & LIBRARY, ARUNDEL CASTLE

READING ROOM & LIBRARY, ARUNDEL CASTLE
TABLE GLOBE, ARUNDEL CASTLE

READING ROOM & LIBRARY, ARUNDEL CASTLE
STAG HEADS HUNTING TROPHIES, ARUNDEL CASTLE
STAG HEADS HUNTING TROPHIES DISPLAYED ALONG THE HALLWAY, ARUNDEL CASTLE

DEER HEAD HUNTING TROPHY IN TAXIDERMY, ARUNDEL CASTLE
DEER HEAD HUNTING TROPHY IN TAXIDERMY, ARUNDEL CASTLE
DEER HEAD HUNTING TROPHY IN TAXIDERMY, ARUNDEL CASTLE

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