Sudeley Castle

Although only glimpsed on the walk, Sudeley Castle is easily visited from Winchcombe. The original castle dates from the 12th century and was confiscated by Edward IV after the War of the Roses. The castle eventually became the property of Henry VIII and on his death, his widow Katherine Parr lived here. She is buried in a lead coffin in the St Mary’s Chapel. There are also the remains of the Elizabethan banqueting hall, a tithe barn and the Portmore tower.