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Newark Castle
Viewed from the west bank of the River Trent Newark Castle looks very impressive, but if you cross the river and enter the park that surrounds the castle you discover that the walls are just a facade. Only one and a half sides of the castle remain, but that does include the oldest part of the castle, a large gatehouse. 
 
The castle was built in 1133 by Alexander, Bishop of Lincoln, and it remained a seat of the Bishops of Lincoln until 1547 when King Henry VIII took it for the Crown. During the Civil War the castle became an important Royalist garrison, holding out against three long sieges in 1643, 1644 and 1646. On 5 May 1646 King Charles I was captured at nearby Southwell and ordered Newark to surrender. The Parliamentarians then destroyed the castle.

The walls of this once mighty fortress which stands on the east bank of the river Trent are only a remnant of what was once here. The fortress built by Alexander the Magnificent Bishop of Lincoln, served not only as a residence, but also as a stronghold, prison and administration centre. It was a symbol of rank and power.

King John visited Newark Castle at least six times and in the year AD1216 died here, most probably in the chapel in the Gatehouse. The ruined walls have served as a sentinel guarding the western approach to Newark on Trent. The battlements of the castle have suffered bombardment from stone throwing devices and later, during the Civil War, from cannon shot. Newark Castle not only has a fascinating history but also has interesting architectural features which alone make it well worthy of a visit.

The Gilstrap Centre is a Grade II listed former library building in the grounds of Newark Castle. The centre houses the tourist information centre, the museum services’ permanent exhibition, ‘Castle and Conflict’, and a temporary exhibition space. The Gilstrap Centre is administered by the Gilstrap Knight Charitable Trust, of which NSDC are the trustees. 
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29 & 30 May: Bank Holiday Events


29th and 30th May 2011

There's fun for all the family this May bank holiday with a live concert and free family fun day at Newark Castle.

Local Queen tribute band Mercury will be appearing live at Newark Castle Grounds on bank holiday Sunday, May 29 2011.

The Spring bank holiday free family fun day kicks off in the castle grounds at 11am on Monday May 30 2011.

On the Sunday, Mercury will be on stage from 7pm to 10.30pm (gates open at 6pm).

Advance tickets are £12 (until 20/5/2011) available online at www.newark-sherwooddcevents.co.uk and from Newark Tourist Information Centre (+ a 10% booking fee.)

Tickets on the gate will be £16 (subject to availability).

Mercury are one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Freddie Mercury and Queen, emulating the charismatic appeal of rock’s most flamboyant front man, backed up by superbly crafted harmonies and intricate guitar work.

“Freddie was an original. He and Queen were the best but now, in this new century, Joseph, Glenn and Mercury are the next best thing.” Freddie’s mum, Jer Bulsara 2010

Event includes licensed bar and catering. The free family fun day starts at 11am and features music, dancing and comedy on the main stage plus archery and birds of prey demonstrations, sporting challenges, morris dancing, storytelling, clowns, jugglers, circus workshops and children's have-a-go activities.

Bring along a picnic for the perfect family afternoon. Catering and refreshments will be availble to buy on site.

More details and tickets at www.newark-sherwooddcevents.co.uk

Both events are supported by the Newark Advertiser and 102.6fm Boundary Sound.



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