During a short trip to East Sussex with friends, we stopped off at Bodiam Castle. I had read that it looked like the sort of castle you imagine when you think of a castle, and being a bit of a castle lover I just had to stop off and have a look for myself.
Initial impressions were good - it certainly looked like a castle. Located on a grassy estate, its solid fortifications are surrounded by a fish-filled moat and there is even a draw-bridge. The castle dates back to 1385 and from the outside looks to be in excellent condition.
Unfortunately the friends we were with did not want to shell out the entry fee, so I didn't get to go inside for a look nor climb one of the towers so I could daydream about being a princess in her castle ; )
That said, it is still worth a visit from the outside (there is a small cost for parking), and a wander around the estate. There is a friendly tea room, located by the entrance gate, near where you will also find the toilets.
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Phone: 01580 830436
Address: Bodiam, nr Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5UA
Website: http://bodiamcastle.co.uk/
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on Oct 20, 2007
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