Somerton Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Somerton Castle is a castle in Lincolnshire. The Albion Guide charts 19 castles in the county; this is one of them. Other castles nearby include Castle Hill ringwork and Lincoln Castle. The closest station is Hykeham, 8.8 km to the north.

More at the National Heritage List entry

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