Penrith Castle North West England

Although there is some debate over who built Penrith Castle evidence points to the major work having been done by Ralph Neville at the end of the 14th century as a defence against the Scots.   The castle past to his decedent Richard Neville (the kingmaker) and in 1471 it was granted to Richard, Duke of Gloucester who later became King Richard III.

The castle is built of red sandstone and located in the centre of Penrith.  The castle moat was added in the 15th century, it measured 15 metres wide and 6 metres deep.