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Hertford Castle Grounds Draft Greenspace Action Plan (Extract)

Ashley Webb Shelter

This garden pavilion was erected in 1938 to commemorate the Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth and bears the name of a local family.

It was constructed in an era when anti-social behaviour was not such as issue and would have provided a pleasant focal point for local residents to gather in view of the river. It now unfortunately provides a shelter for less savoury activities. Despite regular cleaning and the location of nearby toilets, it often smells of urine. The police have worked over the years to relocate various groups who drink alcohol within its confines.

Anecdotal records suggest that i n the 1950’s and 1960’s the building was in good condition with oak seating either side of the central entrance arch and oak benches along the walls on the inside. The window frames were in oak with leaded glazing. Either side of the pavilion were brick pillars supporting an extensive oak pergola planted with climbing and rambling roses. Part of the flooring is in ‘Yorkstone’ with heavy ‘Marley’ type tiles in the area where the benches were fixed to the walls. It is evident from this and the relatively unscathed condition of the brickwork that the building was of a high quality for the times during which it was constructed.

Current Situation

The shelter is currently in a poor state of repair. One of the external support piers of the southern part of the trellis had recently been demolished which had resulted in some instability for the remainder of the trellis on the south side. The piers to the trellis on the north side were also found to be unstable and have had to be removed. Vandalism is an ongoing concern, with the tiled roof of the main structure being a regular target.

East Herts Council Development Management advise that the pavilion is curtilage listed by virtue of being in the grounds of the Castle – and therefore a Listed Building consent would be required to undertake any works to the structure. It is expected that the building would require a lot of work to restore it and make it safe. The roof is in a particularly poor condition and has been the subject of direct vandalism both externally and from within. 1

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Location

The pavilion is sited near the main entrance from the town and may have been located there to close off a view of the river on entering the Castle Grounds so that when you enter the building, the river is revealed as an unexpected view. The shelter sits opposite a former rock garden and directly in front of what is arguably the most significant historical feature in the park; the motte. This monument is scheduled under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979 as amended as it appears to the Secretary of State to be of national importance. Hertford Castle is one of the best preserved motte and bailey castles in southern Britain. It has a long and well-documented history which illustrates its growth and development as a royal castle.

The 1898 ordnance survey plan shows the site and significance of the motte prior to the installation of the shelter:

Purpose of the Shelter

At present, there is little active use. There is no seating in the shelter; the seats were removed many years ago due to anti-social behaviour. One rarely sees anyone taking shelter other than the aforementioned groups. An option of a refreshment kiosk has been explored in the past. No services (power, water and drainage) are available at the shelter and the provision of these is likely to be a considerable expense. This makes any refreshment use (other than a self-contained unit – that can be wheeled to and from the site) unlikely to be a viable proposition. Previous attempts to attract a concession into the park to utilise the shelter have been unsuccessful. The Council now provides a popular café adjacent to the park in the theatre complex.

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Considerations

Risk to the public The structures ’ poor condition and continued abuse through vandalism presents a potential risk of injury if no action is taken. The current structural assessment will clarify this situation and provide up to date repair costs.

Need for shelter Sheltered seating areas are now less common in public parks. Teenage shelters are provided at locations where noise nuisance can be minimised. Good quality and sufficient seating has a more prevalent need.

Views To the side of the shelter stands a common beech tree whilst the base of the motte is surrounded by a screen of relatively young yew and holly. The yew and holly to the rear of the rock garden could perhaps be removed for a better view of the motte but the motte is currently best seen by visitors to the town when crossing the bridges from the St. Andrew Street car park to the Wash by Hertford Theatre. There is only a limited view of the motte from the rear of The Gatehouse owing to a flowering crab, a wild cherry and a silver birch tree on the edge of the large formal lawn. Consideration to the removal of these could also be given. The above mentioned oak and the weeping willow also obscure a view of the motte from the rear of The Gatehouse. The shelter therefore hides certain views of the motte from the park. Its close proximity to historical monument also detracts from its prominence in the landscape.

Heritage The building faces out over a triangular lawn, where the original prospect was probably meant to be unobstructed but a weeping willow and an oak tree were later planted. The oak tree was planted by the Her Majesty, the Queen Mother on 27th June 1973 (inscribed granite stone) to celebrate the 1300th anniversary of the Synod of Hertford in 973AD which was held within what later became the confines of Hertford Castle. There is therefore some connection between this tree and the King George VI coronation pavilion. The shelter and the oak tree may therefore be considered as having some interest and value to present generations. They form a layer of the history of the Castle Grounds. Garden pavilions such as this are perhaps now a rarity in parks.

Local affection for the structure There has been understandable concern that the generous gift of the shelter by a local family should not be overlooked. The inscribed stone set into the shelter confirms that “this garden pavilion was given by the Mayor and Mayoress Councillor & Mrs Ashley T Webb. 1938 ”. There is also a stone set inside the shelter “in affectionate remembrance of Ashely Tucker Webb….”. Local attachment to the structure has not been quantified through any public engagement but Council Members have indicated that residents may have affection for the shelter.

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During the 1950’s the Ashley Webbs’ would open their garden for fetes and events to support local organisations. The Ashley Webbs’ could therefore be remembered as local philanthropists. Mr Ashley Webb served as a Councillor and as Mayor in the late 193 0’s on Hertford Borough Counci l. Mrs Ashley Webb served as Mayoress. Presumably they left Vale House to the former Hertford Borough Council and their house was listed in April 1973, just before East Herts Council came into being, at reorganisation in 1974.

Motte conservation Formerly there was public access to the top of the then wooded motte. There was a narrow winding path around the motte between chestnut pale fencing and at the top a small grassy clearing but no view because of the self-set multi-stem ash trees rooted there. The ash trees were removed approximately 30 years ago at the request of English Heritage to prevent damage to the monument. When the trees were removed, public access to the top of the motte was discontinued. The motte is now largely hidden from view and surrounded by robust fencing. Discussions with English Heritage in relation to the motte at Bishop’s Stortford Castle Gardens have outlined an aim to raise the profile of these important historical sites. They encourage open access to the public and for these monuments to be as prominent in the landscape as they once were. This could be achieved by removing the fence, thinning the trees and demolishing the shelter. In order to remove the fencing however, the risk of falling from the mound into the river would need to be mitigated.

Access Improved access to the motte could be achieved with the construction of a cantilevered boardwalk around the base of the monument. A boardwalk would link the park with the theatre and its café. The recent Hertford Town Centre Urban Design Strategy (HTCUDS) explores the possibility of a similar boardwalk linking The Wash with Dolphin’s Yard. These aspirations could complement each other and, as part of a major town improvement project, may attract significant external funding. Removal of the shelter would open the aspect to the motte and provide more space to develop such access improvements to the park and the theatre. The theatre provides a vibrant cultural centre to the town and could benefit from improved links with the park to broaden its impact. The theatre is currently considering a range of potential improvement’s including the repositioning of the ir café to the River Room which is located adjacent to the river and the area across which a new walkway would pass. The development of the theatre provides real opportunities to link the heritage and cultural significance of the motte with the theatre itself. Such links could find ways to bring life to the monument through the arts and to develop a custodial relationship. Consultation with English Heritage would need to be undertaken to determine whether completely free access would be appropriate for the motte in relation to its size and how any impact of such access might be controlled without the need for a high fence.

Bats It is likely the roof of the shelter is being used by bats. Currently there is no evidence to confirm this, therefore a survey by a suitably qualified ecologist would be recommended to carry out emergent surveys at the appropriate time of year. The presence of bats utilising the structure will affect the options for the structure, as all bats are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and Conservation of Habitats and Species 2010 (as amended), this for example protects the animals themselves from disturbance and the places used for breeding, resting, shelter, etc.

River In front of the shelter the river banks are particularly eroded with steep sided banks in places with drops to river. As part of proposals for river bank restoration this bank would be graded back to make a shallow sloped bank to the river, bringing the top of the bank closer to the location of the structure. This would require altering the line of the existing surface footpath.

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Play The existing play area is out of date and does not meet the demands of this central and busy park. The HTCUDS comments that the play area is located too close to the A414 trunk road which runs adjacent to the park. A new play area located further into the space could provide a much better play facility. A good town centre park will naturally attract large numbers of young children with parents and carers. Seating therefore becomes a crucial element of the design. This brings with it the opportunity to consider a new contemporary area for local people to gather which does not have the same problems as a shelter designed in a different era.

Relevant external observations

This extract from the recent Hertford Town Centre Urban Design Strategy (HTCUDS) 2016 makes reference to some of the issues and comments directly on the shelter:

2.4 AREA GUIDANCE - CASTLE QUARTER Castle Quarter - The Wash

Place-making objectives ■ Encourage greater use of the Grounds throughout the year and improve facilities to attract visitors and shoppers to spend more time in Hertford Town Centre. ■ Improve the river environment with a continuous pedestrian friendly footway along the river edge and through Castle Grounds , investigating ways to better connect existing sections of the riverside path and the potential for introducing seasonal riverside refreshments. ■ Improve access from the West /Castlemead and reduce impact of the A414 on the Grounds. ■ Improve connections, legibility and quality of routes between the centre of the town and Castle Grounds and improve wayfinding with a focus on signposting retail areas and cultural and historic assets. ■ Make the most of the Town’s heritage and enhance the setting of Listed b uildings with use of high quality traditional materials.

Improvement strategy Castle Grounds and River Lea ■ Upgrade existing seating and provide additional seating along existing footpaths. ■ The Ashley Webb shelter is in poor condition creating a run -down appearance to this part of the Grounds. Its location and design blocks views to the river from the Hertford Theatre / Maidenhead Street entrance and attracts anti -social behaviour. This structure forms part of the listing due to being within the C urtilage of a listed building. While the preferred option would be to remove the shelter to open up the Grounds or provide a new structure that could better meet the needs for a safe and attractive social space, there is some support to retain the structur e in a refurbished form. Either of these building options should provide greater visual permeability, seating, and reduce the dark environment and potential for anti -social behaviour. This area has great potential to support interpretation to the Motte and provide a safe and attractive social space to enjoy the riverside views.

■ The existing play area could be enhanced to provide a more attractive facility for the local population and visitors to the Castle Grounds though the size should remain similar to the existing situation to ensure there isn’t a negative impact on the historic grounds. Its relocation within the Grounds could also be considered to reduce any negative air quality impact from the A414 for users. It should be noted that Hartham Common provides a greater range of equipment for all ages and is the main recreation ground in the town.

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A recent conservation appraisal (Hertford Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan -Draft 2016) noted that:  The building is in a deteriorating condition and is in need of renovation. It is understood there are conflicting views concerning its future, with some favouring its removal whilst others consider its repair to be most appropriate. Whichever of these views may prevail it is unacceptable that the building remains in its current dilapidated condition. It has a certain charm and historical association and a case exists for its retention.

The same appraisal seems to place a higher significance on the other structures in the park:  The Castle grounds. A very important and well kept open space crossed by river features and containing several listed structures including the Grade I building.  Impressive walls dating from the late 12th century with later additions/alterations, Hertford Castle is one of the best preserved motte and bailey castles in southern Britain. The bailey, which covers nearly one hectare, is defended on the east and south by a curtain wall (Grade II* Listed) which is largely intact.

The shelter is not listed in Historic England’s Schedule Ancient Monument (SAM) summary; Hertford Castle: a motte and bailey castle south of the River Lea (see Appendix 1) The notes do however state: Excluded from the scheduling are the gatehouse, carpark, footpaths, modern pavilion, greenhouse and street lamps. However, the ground beneath these features is included. The “modern pavilion” must refer to the shelter. There are three other list entries relating to the park: Gatehouse to Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished) (Grade I) Bailey Walls, North East Range to Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished (Grade II*) Icehouse approximately 35 metres south of postern, Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished) (Grade II) The shelter is not mentioned in these listings. However, as noted previously the pavilion is curtilage listed by virtue of its proximity to The Gatehouse which is a listed building. A Listed Building consent would therefore be required to undertake any works to the structure.

Options

Both East Herts Council and Hertford town Council have debated the future of the building for some years but without settling upon a solution. Most agree however that action needs to be taken to resolve this. The next phase of the process to develop this management plan for the park is to agree fundamental principles with partners and then to consult with local residents. The shelter may present as an out of date building with no useful purpose burdened with the need for considerable financial investment to restore it. An option to demolish the building and retain the dedication to the benefactors could therefore be viewed as a sensible proposition. However, the connections with a local family and its familiar design may find it as locally significant and popular feature in the park. The option to retain and restore it may provide a less controversial and more attractive proposition.

The pros and cons of these approaches

Demolish the building  Open up views to the motte and the river  Resolve the ongoing issues of misuse and vandalism  Provide opportunity to develop a new access route into the park and to raise the profile of the historically significant motte  Spending significant funds on the building to only make it safe will make it harder to justify any future plans to remove the structure in the wider scope of park improvements

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Restore the building  Retain the “historical charm ” of the structure  Find a practical use for it  Avoid the contentious issue of removing the structure

Taking these approaches into consideration alongside a range of other constraints and issues, the following six options are to be considered.

1. Restore the structure as it stands with minimal modification A recent estimate for this option detailed the following: To refurbish the existing building including removing ivy, stripping and retiling the whole roof, refurbishing all gutters and downpipes, replacing oak window frames with purpose made oak frames: £15,693 + VAT. In order to retain the character of the pavilion, the pergola would also need to be rebuilt using photographs of the original structure at an estimated cost of £10,000.

2. Restore the structure but remove sections of the walls to create arches Prices have not yet been sought. This option may reduce the potential for anti-social behaviour by increasing sight lines into the structure. It would still not create the opportunity to install seating. It may present a more attractive façade.

3. Restore the structure but remove sections of the walls to create arches and remove the roof This provides opportunity to install seating and interpretation information about the historic motte. The motte however would remain obstructed. The tiled floor would need to be replaced to avoid the hazard of slipping when the floor is wet. Prices have not yet been sought. The resulting structure would then be little more than a walled area and would lose its character.

4. Relocate the existing structure to another area of the park This option has been considered by the Council’s Property Surveyor. It has been found during previous works that the bricks and mortar are not suitable for reclamation. They would need to

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be completely replaced. It would not be possible therefore to restore the building at a new location.

5. Demolish the structure and return the area to grass A recent estimate for this option detailed the following: Carefully take down the whole building and remove all materials from site including removing oversite and providing and laying topsoil and seeding: £12,830 + VAT.

6. Demolish the structure and set the existing door lintel engraved with the Ashley Webb commemoration into a new plinth or raised shrub bed feature This resolves the access and anti-social behaviour issues but still acknowledges the family connection with the park. Funds to solve the issues are minimised and future expenditure to maintain the structure is avoided. This option would require a budget of an additional £7,500 to design and construct the memorial feature.

7. Demolish the structure and replace it with a new structure in a new location within the park incorporating the existing door lintel engraved with the Ashely Webb commemoration This provides an opportunity to create a more appropriate structure for the park and to develop conservation of the historic motte. Local designers could be engaged in a competition to develop an architecturally appropriate design which is complementary to the park’s heritage . It would be conceivable to combine such an initiative with the development of a new play area in the space on the opposite side of the river. This option has not been costed but it is estimated that an appropriate budget to supply and install a new structure might be £75,000 with an additional £10,000 prize fund to commission the winning design and project management. Whilst the name and local connection could be retained, the existing building would be lost. A seating area at Jubilee Gardens, Ely, a Green Flag award winning park provides an example of the type of new structure which could be considered in this scenario.

8. Do nothing The Council is committed to resolving this longstanding issue. The option to do nothing is recorded in order to carry out a meaningful options appraisal. Doing nothing is a realistic option in the very short term but the declining nature of the structure and the potential for vandalism ensure that this is not a viable option for the future.

Option Appraisal

The purpose of this management plan is to carefully consider the identified options and determine a proposed solution. The resulting proposal is subject to scrutiny by the Council and residents through the consultation process. This options appraisal scores each option against the identified key objectives. The objectives are weighted according to their importance to the Council in delivering a balanced 8

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solution. Resolving the potential health and safety risks for instance is given a greater priority than providing shelter to visitors. The resultant score helps guide a decision. 0 0 0 0 9 0 5 0 20 Weighted Score 0 0 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 Option8 Do nothing Do (10) Score 8 9 3 6 12 25 20 15 10 15 0 Weighted Score 4 5 4 2 5 3 5 3 3 5 Option7 Demolishstructure, replacewith new structure existingincorporating lintel door (10) Score 9 0 4 15 25 25 16 15 10 12 Weighted Score 5 5 5 4 5 3 5 0 2 4 Option6 Demolishthe setthe and structure existinglintel door intonew plinth or raisedbedshrub feature (10) Score 0 0 0 0 15 25 25 16 15 10 Weighted Score 5 5 5 4 5 0 5 0 0 0 Option5 Demolishthe return and structure grass to the area (10) Score 5 0 5 4 0 12 20 15 15 10 Weighted Score 4 4 1 0 5 5 5 5 2 0 Option4 Relocatethe another to structure ofthepark area (10) Score 0 8 6 2 0 0 25 15 12 15 Weighted Score 0 5 3 2 2 4 1 0 0 5 Option3 Restorethe structure removebut sections ofthewalls create to remove and arches theroof (10) Score 0 3 2 4 0 20 10 12 15 12 Weighted Score 0 4 2 3 1 5 1 4 0 4 Option2 Restorethe structure removebut sections ofthewalls create to arches (10) Score 0 5 0 0 5 0 0 61 78 83 86 106 131 123 34 20 16 15 Weighted Score Option1 Restorethe structure withitstands as minimalmodification (10) Score 55 4 4 1 4 33 0 2 5 1 0 2 5 3 0 0 Weighting (5) Factor Removeriskofinjury future nowand Minimiseanti-social behaviour Minimise expenditure Improveaccess restoreimportanceof motte satisfylocalaffection existingfor structure openviewsup to 3river provideshelter for visitors 0 enhanceplayin the park provideseating for visitors The future of the Ashley Webb Shelter, Hertford Castle Gardens Castle Hertford Shelter, Webb Ashley the of future The Appraisal Option Objective3: Objective6: Objective7: Objective8: Objective9: Objective10: Totals Objective4: Objective2: Objective1: Objective5: 9

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Conclusion

The Ashley Webb Shelter is a familiar building in the park but presents a considerable dilemma.

Some complex issues have been identified relating to reducing anti-social behaviour, quantifying historical significance and dealing with changing needs. The Council must decide whether the age of the building and connections with a local family are sufficient reason to maintain the status quo and whether it is appropriate to alter the historical landscape of a well-established park.

After having considered the various implications involved in a wide range of potential options, this report recommends that the shelter is removed whilst marking the local family connection with a more useful feature in the park (appraisal option 6).

This option is based upon an appraisal which finds that retaining the structure, even with modifications are unlikely to resolve the problems of anti-social behaviour. Removing it however, makes way for future developments and is one of the least expensive options.

Whilst it is recognised that the building has some historical merit, it has not been individually listed for protection in any way. It does have curtilage protection but The Castle listing which covers the whole park, excludes the pavilion. The comments in the recent conservation area appraisal, whilst suggesting it is retained, do not describe a building which has any significant merit.

This option to retain the memorial stones within the park helps to recognise the local connections. A new feature could be introduced such as a raised bed combined with some welcome seating. The engraved stones could be set into a brick planter. Details of the buildings’ history and photographs through the years could be displayed in the Town Council’s museum in The Gatehouse to mark this era of the park’s history.

A process to engage the public in providing their feedback on these options will guide the Council in its final decision. If the building is to be altered or removed, the Council will need to obtain planning consent.

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Appendix 1 https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1009827

Hertford Castle: a motte and bailey castle south of the River Lea List Entry Summary

This monument is scheduled under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979 as amended as it appears to the Secret ary of State to be of national importance. This entry is a copy, the original is held by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Name: Hertford Castle: a motte and bailey castle south of the River Lea

List entry Number: 1009827 Location

The monument may lie within the boundary of more than one authority.

County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

District Type: District Authority

Parish: Hertford

National Park: Not applicable to this List entry.

Grade: Not applicable to this List entry.

Date first scheduled: 27 -Mar -1953

Date of most recent amendment: 20 -Jul -1992 Legacy System Information

The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system.

Legacy System: RSM

UID: 20629

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Asset Groupings

This list entry does not comprise part of an Asset Grouping. Asset Groupings are not part of the official record but are added later for information. List entry Description

Summary of Monument

Legacy Record - This information may be included in the List Entry Details.

Reasons for Designation

Motte and bailey castles are medieval fortifications introduced into Britain by the Normans. They comprised a large conical mound of earth or rubble, the motte, surmounted by a palisade and a stone or timber tower. In a majority of examples an embanked enclosure containing additional buildings, the bailey, adjoined the motte. Motte castles and motte -and -bailey castles acted as garrison forts during offensive military operations, as strongholds, and, in many cases, as aristocratic residences and as centres of local or royal administration. Built in towns, villages and open countryside, motte and bailey castles generally occupied strategic positions dominating their immediate locality and, as a result, are the most visually impressive monuments of the early post -Conquest period surviving in the modern landscape. Over 600 motte castles or motte -and -bailey castles are recorded nationally, with examples known from most regions. As one of a restricted range of recognised early post -Conquest monument s, they are particularly important for the study of Norman Britain and the development of the feudal system. Although many were occupied for only a short period of time, motte castles continued to be built and occupied from the 11th to the 13th centuries, after which they were superseded by other types of castle.

Hertford Castle is one of the best preserved motte and bailey castles in southern Britain. It has a long and well -documented history which illustrates its growth and development as a royal castle. The partial excavations have confirmed the historical documentation and the well -preserved condition of the structural remains. Further evidence of the internal layout of the castle will exist beneath the present gatehouse and gardens in the castle precin ct as well as within the motte mound.

History

Legacy Record - This information may be included in the List Entry Details.

Details

Hertford Castle is a motte and bailey castle situated in the centre of Hertford on the banks of the River Lea. The monument includes a flat -topped motte which stands at the north corner of the castle and measures 30m in diameter and c.6.5m in height. The b ailey, which covers nearly one hectare, is defended on the east and south by a curtain wall (Grade II* Listed) which is largely intact. At the southern angle of the wall are the remains of a small octagonal turret with a pointed doorway, now blocked, which can be

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dated to the 14th century. On the west side of the bailey is a late 15th century gatehouse which is a Grade II* Listed building. Beyond the curtain wall on the south side are the remains of a broad outer ditch measuring c.9m in width, now partly fi lled and covered by buildings and gardens. This outer ditch once encircled the whole castle. Beyond the ditch is a partially buried, brick built ice house which measures approximately 10m east -west by 6m north -south. It has a north facing entrance and is g rass covered. Hertford Castle was built in the 11th century in the southern burh of Hertford, founded by Edward the Elder in AD 912. The castle was bounded by a double ditch on three sides, the north - western part of the defences being formed by the River L ea, with an outer bailey on the south -western side. In 1170 the earliest documentary record of the castle shows that extensive building works were carried out by Henry II; in 1174 the castle was fully garrisoned. Also at this time the curtain wall, berm an d at least one of the ditches were dug. Both Hertford and Berkhamsted Castles were held by the barons for a year in the baronial revolt of King John's reign. At the end of 1216 Hertford Castle was besieged by Louis of France and surrendered after a month. In 1360 John of Gaunt was granted the castle and bought large quantities of timber to fortify it. The castle reverted to the crown with the accession of Henry IV and remained in royal hands until 1630 when it was granted to the Earl of Salisbury. Edward IV carried out major renovations during the 1460's including the building of the gatehouse. Many of the buildings were pulled down in the reign of James I and by 1905 the ditches had all been infilled and levelled, with the exception of some on the southern side. The site was partially excavated in 1977 when the inner and outer ditches to the east of the castle were located. Further excavations were carried out from September 1988 to August 1990 by the Hertfordshire Archaeological Trust on the south -western s ide of the castle, outside the postern gate. These excavations confirmed the alignment of the inner and outer ditches. The remains of the curtain wall, both below and above ground are included within the scheduling. Excluded from the scheduling are the gat ehouse, carpark, footpaths, modern pavilion, greenhouse and street lamps. However, the ground beneath these features is included.

MAP EXTRACT The site of the monument is shown on the attached map extract.

Selected Sources

Books and journals Renn, D, Medie val Castles in Hertfordshire, (1971), 16 -18 Other Excavation Summary - Herts Archaeological Trust 1990,

National Grid Reference: TL3247112489

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Map

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Draft Questions for Hertford Castle Grounds Greenspace Action Plan Engagement

1. How often do you typically visit Hertford Castle Grounds? [Free text field]

2. What do you visit Hertford Castle Grounds for? Tick the most relevant answers (up to three) [Tick-box field] · Dog walking · Feeding the ducks · Passing through · Eating lunch · Peace and quiet · Other, please state · Picnics · Enjoying nature [Free text field] · Children’s play area · Fresh air

3. How far do you live from Hertford Castle Grounds? [Tick-box field] · Within 5 miles · Between 10-20 miles · Between 5-10 miles · Over 20 miles

4. Do you support the recommendation of the East Herts District Council options appraisal for the Ashley Webb shelter; that it should be removed whilst marking the local family connection with a more modest and attractive feature in the park? [Tick-box field] · Yes · No

4a. If you answered yes to Question 4, what type of feature would you like to see marking the local family connection? [Free text field]

4b. If you answered no to Question 4, do you support an alternative option identified in the East Herts District Council options appraisal; that the Ashley Webb shelter should be restored but with the removal of sections of the walls to create arches and the removal of the roof? [Tick-box field] · Yes · No

Please include any additional comments regarding the Ashley Webb shelter [Free text field]

5. What items of play equipment would you like to see in a replacement play area? [Free text field]

6. Do you have any other comments regarding the Hertford Castle Grounds Greenspace Action Plan? [Free text field]

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