Made to Impress. by Onslow

Photography • Medieval • posted on Nov 01, 2006

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There is a larger version to view by clicking on the image. Built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge this castle has no other purpose than to impress those who take things at face value. It is indefensible as a castle being built on sloping ground with the moat raised on the lower side. To drain the moat one would only have had to dig away the bank and the water would be gone. It did impress his friends who could come down for hunting trips in the local woods and countryside however. It has never seen battle being built well away from the coast in Sussex Downland. Many thanks for viewing and comments, Richard.

Comments (47)

Valerie-Ducom

1:26PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

wowwwwwwwww!!! Very impressiv castle with this lake!!! Excellent composition and color!!! 5/5... Good day Richard ;)

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ultimatemale

1:30PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

100% agree with d title. really like d colours & d compo & d pic looks so calm

FuzzyShadows

1:30PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Fantastic shot. I hope you were able to explore the inside as well.

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inshaala

1:32PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

well - 600+ years later it still impresses - that is a really cool castle! Well captured too - love the sunset lighting and the reflection! Great stuff! :)

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francinechristophe

1:42PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Impressive is the word ! And a nice POV too !

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Cosme..D..Churruca

1:50PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Impressive and beautiful capture indeed... love it !

wingnut55

1:58PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

a really nice shot.

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Valentin

1:58PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

A dream castle from a fairytale! Superb!!

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TwoPynts

2:01PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Well, I guess sometimes appearances ARE everything. It obviously didn't need to be defensible. But it is a very picturesqe structure in a lovely setting. Gorgeous photo.

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danob

2:02PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Bravo Richard an impressive image of Bodiam Castle

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wastl001

2:06PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Impressive castle and shot. Love the contrast between light and shadow!!

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Fred255

2:07PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Very Good, When I first saw it I thought it was Leeds castle. I have not been to this one I think I will have to make a trip. Impressive that it has never seen battle, most of the castles I photograph are well bashed.

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SoulSearcherr

2:14PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

would love to visit..beautiful job

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Zacko

2:25PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Oh man! This is just perfect!!! Technically it couldnt be better....and that goes double for composition. Well done buddy!!! Have a wonderful evening. #:o)

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short_ribs

2:45PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

utter perfection sigh yeah I'll live there oneday LOL just gotta convince them to sell the place to me once I get the $$$$ :)) Stunning work buddy! You've done an excellent job with this one! IMPRESSIVE indeed! :) Thanks for sharing!

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st_fish

2:52PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

This is AWESOME!!! you can print posters of this one and sell them!!! You can be rich!!! Stunning capture, love those castles!! 8;o)

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Richardphotos

2:54PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

I think this castle was posted long time ago by someone else. I like this version much better. excellent capture and pov

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tommorules

2:54PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Gorgeous, fantastic lighting!

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FriedaFelicia

3:15PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Oh yes, impressive it is and gorgeous as well. Fantastic capture. Gorgeous light.

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busi2ness

3:17PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

It is an excellent display in the warm light.

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rainbows

3:23PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

It's some gaff Richard. Yes, a tad impressive ;-) Sublime capture. fantastic reflections! I love it. Hugs. Di.

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lafayette

3:26PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Very beautiful castle, a little house like i lover!

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monjo71

3:29PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Wow!!! Beautiful work. Amazing capture. I love the lighting and colors. Wonderful job. John

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cshark

3:40PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Bodiam castle ? Great shot by the way.

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Loloe

3:47PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

This castle is impressive but so is your capture!!!! superb image!!! Bravo!!!

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mermaid

4:15PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

made ot impress indeed, both the castle and your great photo!

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watifeye

4:17PM | Wed, 01 November 2006

Excellent capture Richard. Such a beautiful old castle, which shows the amazing technical and building skills the people had all those years ago. Wonderful work!. Thank you for sharing.

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