Definition: Farnham Castle Keep is a Norman castle in Surrey, England, built by Bishop Henry de Blois in 1138 AD. The castle consists of a number of huge square masonry structures and residential structures. It was the scene of battles during the English Civil War, and was destroyed under the orders of Henry II in 1155. Rebuilt in the late 12th and early 13th centuries, Farnham castle's motte and bailey construction are still intact under the newer foundations.
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This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar.
