About
Newark Castle stands on the banks of the River Trent in Newark-on-Trent, a market town in Nottinghamshire, England. Its address is Castle Gate, Newark NG24 1BG. What survives today is a set of ruins, dating from the 12th century, that still gives a clear sense of the scale of the original fortification.
What to see
- The castle ruins themselves, which rise above the riverside setting
- The view across the Trent, where the castle's position on the water is easy to appreciate
- The outlines of the old walls, which show how the site was laid out
History
The castle played a part in the English Civil War. In 1646 Parliament ordered it partly demolished, and that damage is much of why the site looks as it does now. A visit suits anyone interested in medieval architecture or in the conflicts that shaped England in the seventeenth century.
Around the castle
Newark-on-Trent is a compact market town, so the castle is easy to combine with a walk through its streets and a stop by the river. Visitors can plan a half-day here, or fit the castle into a longer trip through the wider county.
For questions before you go, the castle can be reached by telephone on +44 1636 655765.