Guildford Castle

Guildford Castle
Surrey, England
The keep of Guildford Castle
Site information
TypeMotte and bailey
OwnerGuildford Borough Council
Open to
the public
Yes
ConditionRuined
Location
Guildford Castle
Shown within Surrey
Coordinates51°14′04″N 0°34′21″W / 51.234314°N 0.572431°W / 51.234314; -0.572431
Grid referenceSU 99768 49312
Site history
MaterialsBargate stone
Events
Official nameGuildford Castle
Designated1 January 1920
Reference no.1012340
Listed Building – Grade I
Official nameCastle Keep, Guildford
Designated1 May 1953
Reference no.1377881

Guildford Castle is in Guildford, Surrey, England. It is thought to have been built by William the Conqueror, or one of his barons, shortly after the 1066 invasion of England.