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Scarborough Castle stands on a massive promontory of rock that rises above the North Sea. Its 12th-century great tower is the centrepiece of a royal castle begun by Henry II. It became one of the greatest royal fortresses in England and figured prominently in national events during the Middle Ages.

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  • Title: Scarborough Castle
  • Location Created: Scarborough Castle
  • Original Source: Scarborough Castle
  • Rights: English Heritage

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