Notable Events
- Henry I observed Easter here, in 1110.
- Richard I (Coeur de Lion) gave the castle to his brother John, in 1186.
- King John was married here on 29 August 1189 to Isabel of Gloucester, and spent time in Marlborough. He even established a Treasury.
- Henry II stayed at here while in talks with the King of Scotland.
Coordinates: 51°25′0.0″N 1°44′14.0″W / 51.41667°N 1.73722°W / 51.41667; -1.73722
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