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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/
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