Berkhamsted Castle

The motte is the large earth mound inside the inner defences of the castle. At the top of the motte is where the keep once stood, a fortified tower which was used as a refuge of last resort if the castle fell to enemy invaders. A well provided drinking water during a siege. Today there is only an outline of the foundations of the shell keep, and the well can still be seen. Visitors can climb the steps to reach the top to get a good view of the castle layout.