the castle walls by mickuk50
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a very good morning to you all :o)
Richmond Castle, founded in 1071, is a gray stone fortress standing proudly atop a rocky spur overlooking the turbulent River Swale. The castle's primary purpose was, apparently, to defend Alan Rufus and his followers against attacks by the dispossessed English of the area who didn't look too kindly upon their Norman conquerors. Except for skirmishes with Scottish raiding parties, Richmond Castle saw very little fighting
The best preserved part of Richmond Castle is the Great Tower, or Keep, which rises to a height of more than 100 feet. This was a 13th century addition built over the castle's original Gatehouse. The archway at the base of the Keep is 11th century and possibly the only remaining portion of the original entrance. The climb to the top of the Keep is by interior staircases set inside the thick walls. The view from the Keep displays the surrounding Yorkshire countryside, as well as, the borough of Richmond. The tower view also affords an opportunity to study the design and arrangement of the various castle yards.
Although little remains of the original sections of Richmond Castle, some masonry dating back to the late 1000's can be seen along the Eastern Wall, its occasional "herringbone" courses are conspicuous. In the southeastern corner of the castle stand the Gold Hole Tower and the Scolland's Hall. The latter hall received its name from Scolland, the sewer to the first Earl of Richmond in the early 1100's. A sewer, in medieval time, was a household office of rank in charge of serving the dishes at the banquet table. Scolland's Hall, what remains of it, is a good example of the period's architecture. Through its basement is the entrance to the Cockpit or Second Court, which is enclosed by masonry walls of the late 12th century.
It has been said that Richmond Castle is the oldest stone-built castle in England. This may be difficult to prove some 900 years after the fact. It is however, the oldest English stone castle still surviving in our time. Our Richmond ancestors lived in this Castle from the time it was built in 1071 until the late 1300's. One branch of Richmonds continued to live at the castle and others inherited nearby Yorkshire manors. The ancestors of the early New England settler John Richmond moved from Yorkshire to Wiltshire in the 1400's. Any connection between the Scottish Richmonds and those of Richmond Castle has not yet been determined.
(all info taken from internet)
Information taken in part from The Richmond Family News-Journal, vol. 1 no. 3, July 1972)
have a great sunday and thanks as always for you continued support.
mick
Comments (39)
MrsLubner
The stones are wonderful! I can see the aging and weathering but still, collectively, they are strong and powerful. Outstanding shot.
MaraP
Beautiful!! Love the composition!!
beachzz
Wow, that's astonishing, that it can still be standing after all these years!! Is it possible to go inside??
jeroni
Excellent Shot
JeffG7BRJ
Now this has to be your best to date Mick, you know how I like a good narrative, well you certainly did you're homework for this wonderful image. I wouldn't say this is your best image but the narrative gets +100 points itself. lol. Excellent capture, of this fine castle wall, it looks like three or four different builds here Mick, the different colours and styles of the brickwork showing it well. I really must try and make it up there sometime this year, I am planning a trip down the welsh coast this year as well. I will have to see how the price of petrol goes first though. Fantastic image and narrative Mick. I salute you. Bravo!!!!!5++
durleybeachbum
Gosh, Mick, I'm quite exhausted at so much education first thing on a Sunday morning!! Actually, it's very interesting. I hate it when someone posts a picture and your dying to know more about it and there's NOTHING! Lovely pic, especially zoomed. I can see there's loads of lichen on the old stones.
SSoffia
EXCELLENT CAPTURE , COLORS & BEAUTIFUL !!!!!
krakosky
stunning image, a lot of textures, wonderful shot.
KiwiMiss
Love the textures and POV
countess8
you have captured this beautifully, i was there myself just before xmas and i wish i had had a camera but didn't get one until xmas day well done have a lovley sunday xxx
fredster66
Amazing textures and great POV. A great shot Mick!
delaorden_ojeda
excelent detalis, mick, a very nice compo and pov, the colors are really stunning.
aljaysart
Great capture Mick, excellent well done.
artaddict2
Terrific capture. You got some great detail of the textured stone work. A fantastic detailed read, gives you the full picture IMOpinion. Thanks for sharing with us. Keep em coming!
Mad-Mike
Fanmtastic capture of this old massive castle!!! very neat info from the internet as well!! wish you a great Sunday my friend, and great job in hanging in there!
alhak
top history lesson Mick! not to mention a great architecture photo
Cytisus
Terrific capture!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JaneEden
Great shot here, and quite a few years since I was up there viewing the castle, it stands in lovely surrounding countryside, thanks for sharing Mick - hugs Jane xx
toddaking
Excellent picture. Todd
CavalierLady
Wonderful details of the stonework in this castle! So amazing to us Yanks who don't have anything near this old to be proud of! Very interesting narrative as well! Very nice, Mick!
lanemtripp
great perspective of an impressive structure
timtripp
brilliant photo and a wonderful story, just like you promised.
mairekas
Lovely compo and wonderful story!
danob
An imposing defence if ever there was one.. I can imagine the hot tar and arrows hailing down! Great background history too Bravo Mick
Richardphotos
very imposing castle and the stone work is fascinating as your capture
TheAnimaGemini
Impressive shot. Fantastic work. Stunning.
witch_1612
Excellent Capture!!!
ledwolorz
Fantastic detail of the stonework in the castle.Excellent photo.
Fred255
Very unusual and dramatic POV!
LudyMelltSekher
Magnificent Photography, Excellent!!Congratulations!!Luminous blesing. Ludy