Dover Castle
| Dover Castle | |
|---|---|
| Dover, Kent, England | |
Aerial panorama of the castle | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Norman castle |
| Owner | English Heritage |
| Condition | Intact |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 51°07′47″N 1°19′17″E / 51.1297°N 1.3214°E |
| Site history | |
| Built | 12th century |
| Built by | Henry II |
| Events | First Barons' War |
Dover Castle is a medieval castle in Dover, Kent, England and is Grade I listed. It was founded in the 11th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history. Some writers say it is the largest castle in England, a title also claimed by Windsor Castle.