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Walmer, Castle 1892
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Along with Deal and Sandown, Walmer was one of the 'Three Castles which keep the Downs'. It was built in 1539-40 with a central circular keep around which were added four semi-circular bastion towers. The gatehouse was equipped with a portcullis and drawbridge, and close defence was provided by murder-holes. Walmer was subsequently modified and converted into the official residence of the Lords Warden of the Cinque Ports - the towns of Hastings, Romney, Hythe, Dover and Sandwich - which were originally responsible for the defence of the Channel. The castellation was added during modifications in 1874.

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A Selection of Memories from Walmer

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Walmer

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The Bell In The Dover Road A Reminder Of Thompsons Brewery Which Once Served The Town
My ancestor's nephews Henry and George Wraight aged 35 and 25 were brewers labourers most likely at Thompsons Brewery which was situated to the left of this photo where you can just see the Bell on a sign, this is an indication of their outlet the Bell public house which has survived to this day. In 1881 this was welcome employment for these Wraight ...see more
Walmer, the Village c1955
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Residents Of Church Lane Upper Walmer For 40 Years
A row of terrace houses leads up to the old parish church of Walmer. The church where the Duke of Wellington worshipped whilst staying at Walmer Castle as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. Some of the dwellings in this terrace were the home of various members of the family of bricklayer John Baker, the brother of My Great Great Great Grandfather. What is now Malvern House, contained ...see more
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