Spofforth Castle
Built in the early 14th century.
Who built it?
Who built it?
Spofforth castle was built by William de Percy in the early 14th century. The Percy family came over with William the Conqueror!
Who destroyed it?
Who destroyed it?
The castle was attacked during the Civil War. The Royalists hid inside the castle after the Battle of Marston Moor and were attacked by the Parliamentarians with cannons!
Was it actually a castle?Â
Was it actually a castle?Â
Spofforth Castle was not a castle but a manor house owned by Percy family.