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Sutton Valence Castle

Currently the Sutton Valence Castle consists of fragmentary remains of a small 12th or 13th  century castle.

The castle and the adjacent settlement of Sutton belonged to Simon de Montfort but were granted to William de Valence, half brother to Henry III, in 1265 in return for helping to defeat Simon de Montfort's rebellion.

The active history of Sutton Valence is short and it appears to have fallen into disuse after 1300. It once controlled the important medieval route that ran from Rye and Winchelsea to Maidstone and the Medway.

Sutton Valence Castle - Visitor Info

The Keep at Sutton Valence Castle still reported as covered in ivy in the 20th century, was taken over by English Heritage.

The castle is open for visits and the access is free.

Sutton Valence Castle Map&Location

Sutton Valence Castle address: Broad Street, Sutton Valence, Maidstone ME17 3AJ, United Kingdom. Use this map to get help with directions:


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 Sutton Valence Castle Photos

Photos by Les Chatfield - Click on the images to enlarge
Sutton Valence Castle ruins
Sutton Valence Castle
Sutton Valence Castle walls
Sutton Valence Castle ruins
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