Forgotten History
Benington Castle
Watton at Stone, United Kingdom
Benington Castle is a ruined castle in the village of Benington, near Stevenage in Hertfordshire, England at grid reference TL296236. It has been protected since 1936 as a scheduled monument. A motte-and-bailey castle was built in the late 11th or early 12th century, founded by Peter de Valognes. In 1136, Roger de Valognes built a stone castle with a keep. In 1177, King Henry II ordered that the tower be demolished (slighted). According to historian Sidney Painter it was one of at least 21 castles slighted on the orders of Henry II. In 1192 the castle was in use again. It was finally destroyed in 1212, after Robert Fitzwalter rebelled against King John. Only the foundations of the keep and some earthworks now remain from the original structure.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Watton at Stone, United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 51.89590, -0.11793
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q4888055
What is Benington Castle?
Benington Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Aston Bury, The Horns Public House, Knebworth House, Wymondley Castle.
Where is Benington Castle?
Benington Castle is in Watton at Stone, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.89590, -0.11793.
How do I get to Benington Castle?
Benington Castle is at Watton at Stone, United Kingdom (51.89590, -0.11793). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.