did the english civil war use castles?

Answer 1

Yes, they did. Two particular castle come to mind, used by the Royalists. One is Corfe Castle in Dorset (held by a woman) and Saltram Castle in Devon. Both underwent lengthy sieges. The Parliamentarians were so impressed by the bravery of the defenders of Saltram that they allowed them to eventually march out with colours flying. However, in both cases, after the defenders had left they were blown up to prevent further use, leaving the ruins that can be seen today.

Answer 2

Yes. One of the first things that the two forces did was to take posession of the local strong holds. They were so effective that, after the war and to prevent a Royalist counter, many of Englands castles were destroyed by explosives.

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Answer 3

Yes. It was the last ride of the English castles. Although their style of fortification was vulnerable to cannon fire, many - almost all held by Royalists - put up a stiff resistance and after being taken were 'slighted' or ruined to prevent being used again.

Answer 4

Yes and the result are the many ruined castles we now see scattered across England and Wales.

Or, as the old joke goes....[music hall]...dah terrah dah...looking something like the ruin that Oliver Cromwell knocked about a bit....taraarah etc.

Usually in reference to some old bird or other, off stage.

Answer 5

I think Oxford castle was involved. Oxford was the centre for the Royalists.

Answer 6

Yes they did.