Singleton, Esther, d 1930, [from old catalog] ed. and tr · New York, Dodd, Mead & co. · leaf 444
dred is still pointed out in the Deer Park, andknown as King Williams Oak. The Conqueror gave themanor to Roger de Berkeley who erected the Keep about1093. At first this was only a military hold to keep theneighbourhood in check, but buildings were gradually addedtill the castle assumed its present… … BERKELEY CASTLE 339 its useless moat, and the visitor enjoys a lovely view inevery direction. Situated midway between Gloucester andBristol, the baron, predatory doubtless as was the customof the age, was in a fine position to levy toll on merchantcaravans that must pass through the vale. The form…
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