Wigmore Castle, Herefordshire
Wigmore Castle, Herefordshire
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Image Details
Title | Wigmore Castle, Herefordshire |
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Description | Black and white photograph of the remains of Wigmore Castle, Herefordshire. Photograph taken from Greenhill. Founded in 1067 by William Fitz Osbern, it was a major centre of power for over 500 years, and played host to several kings and queens. It was held by the Mortimer family from about 1075 to 1425, when it passed to the Crown. The castle fell into ruin after the Civil War. |
Photographer / artist | unknown |
Publisher | unknown |
Contributor(s) | unknown |
Date | unknown |
Type | Image |
Format | Photograph |
Identifier | Li1125 |
Area | Herefordshire |
Collection Holder | Herefordshire Libraries |