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Walden Castle, Saffron walden

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Walden Castle, Saffron walden
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A named place photographed at this map point in Uttlesford.
Built by the de Walden family in the 12th century, Walden Castle was an important Norman stronghold and the seat of the powerful Walden family in Essex. It is remembered for its historical role in the region and its connection to the Anarchy period during the reign of King Stephen.

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