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Bramber Castle

Bramber, West Sussex

The single tall ruined wall of Bramber Castle on a grassy lawn with two walkers in frontPhoto: Michael Coppins, CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Michael Coppins, CC BY-SA 4.0

Bramber Castle was built soon after the Norman Conquest on a natural knoll above the River Adur, guarding a gap in the South Downs. It was the Sussex seat of the de Braose family. Today a single wall of its tower still stands 14 metres high, a short walk from the centre of Bramber village.

Highlights

  • Norman castle on a knoll above the River Adur
  • One surviving tower wall 14 metres high
  • A short walk from Bramber village

Good to know

  • Dogs on leads are welcome
  • Wear sturdy shoes after rain
  • Smoking, vaping, barbecues and naked flames are not allowed

Getting there

Bramber Castle, Castle Lane, Bramber, Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3EWParking: The castle car park is currently closed for safety. The nearest car park is a short walk away in the village, opposite The Castle Inn.

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Checked on 16 October 2026 against english-heritage.org.uk. Details change, so please confirm with the venue before you travel. How we check

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