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Leicester Castle is a Norman castle founded shortly after the Conquest of 1066, situated within the medieval town of Leicester. The Magazine Gateway is a substantial stone gatehouse of Norman construction that formed part of the castle's defensive fortifications, demonstrating the architectural sophistication of the keep's outer works. The gateway survives as one of the most significant standing remains of the castle complex, reflecting the strategic importance of Leicester as a major administrative centre during the medieval period. The structure exemplifies the military engineering techniques employed in the twelfth century, with its robust stonework designed to control access and defend the castle's perimeter.
Leicester Castle and the Magazine Gateway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012147. View the official record →
Leicester Castle is a Norman castle founded shortly after the Conquest of 1066, situated within the medieval town of Leicester. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012147.
Leicester Castle and the Magazine Gateway is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1012147.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Greyfriars, Leicester (0.3 km), The Raw Dykes Roman aqueduct (1.6 km), The 'Roman' bridge, Aylestone (3.5 km).
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