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2 of 6: The gatehouse to the south west was the main entrance to the castle. A
bridge provided access to the castle over the ditches and a section of the
bridge, made of wood, could be removed to prevent entry in times of attack. There are two
other entrances to the castle, the first being another gatehouse to the north east and the second
a waterside entrance for delivery of supplies.
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3 of 6: Inside the castle the main buildings are arranged in a group at the centre
of the outer courtyard. In the courtyard would have been living quarters for servants
and tradesmen that worked in the castle as well as the stables for horses and other
livestock.
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4 of 6: At the heart of the castle was the Great Hall. The Hall formed part of
the central cluster of buildings but would have been the largest and most
impressive. Ceremonies and audiencies with the Bishop would have been
held in the Great Hall. The Hall was also the stongest part of the castle
and the last line of defence if the outer walls fell to the enemy.
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5 of 6: At the heart of the castle was the Great Hall. The Hall formed part of
the central cluster of buildings but would have been the largest and most
impressive. Ceremonies and audiencies with the Bishop would have been
held in the Great Hall. The Hall was also the stongest part of the castle
and the last line of defence if the outer walls fell to the enemy.
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