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Pevensey Castle
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Willem VS
December 18, 2022
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Founded in the 4th century as one of the last fortresses of the Roman 'Saxon coast', Pevensey Castle was also the landing site of William the Conqueror's army in 1066. It was later returned to use as an emergency stronghold in the Second World War - you can still see machine gun posts camouflaged in the castle walls.
english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/pevensey-castle
english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/pevensey-castle
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Amy
January 12, 2020
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Built by the Romans around 290 AD, Pevensey Castle was probably part of a defensive system to protect the coast from Saxon pirates. It remained in Roman control until 1066 …
Callum
April 16, 2020
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This is an amazing spot to take a well deserved break from a long ride just to take a break and breath
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Elevation 10 m
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Location: Pevensey, Wealden, East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom