Luton Castle
| Luton Castle | |
|---|---|
| Luton, Bedfordshire, England | |
| Coordinates | 51°52′31″N 0°25′02″W / 51.87530°N 0.41718°W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Condition | No visible remains |
Luton Castle was a 12th-century castle in the town of Luton, in the county of Bedfordshire, England (grid reference TL09062082).
12th Century Castle[edit]
It was a timber motte-and-bailey structure built in 1139 and demolished in 1154 following a truce.[1]
13th Century Castle[edit]
Another castle on a different site was built in 1221 but was destroyed around 1224 or 1225.[1] Earthworks and associated bailey survived but were removed.[1]
An excavation was done in 2002, revealing a steep ditch.[citation needed][clarification needed]
The site is now home to Matalan, a discount store.[clarification needed] Nothing visible remains of either castle.[citation needed]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c Plaiters' Lea Conservation Area, Luton - Historic Area Assessment Archived 2014-10-25 at the Wayback Machine
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