Clun Castle
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Clun Castle is a ruined castle in the small town of Clun, Shropshire. It is owned by the Duke of Norfolk (who also holds the title of Baron Clun), but is managed by English Heritage.
[edit] History
The castle was originally established by Picot de Say, a Norman baron. The area surrounding the castle was a border barony, known as the Honour of Clun. This meant it was governed by its own laws. This original castle was burnt to the ground following a Welsh attack.
The castle was rebuilt by the FitzAlan family, and remained an important administrative building. By the 16th century it had fallen into disuse, and the castle was passed to the crown.
In 1894, the site was purchased by the Duke of Norfolk, a descendant of the original FitzAlan family.
[edit] See also
- 7029 Clun Castle, a Castle Class locomotive named after the building.