Built / Designed For: William de Albini II, Earl of Sussex and Lord of Rising

House & Family History: Though partially roofed today, Castle Rising was ruinous by the mid-16th century, when the main floor collapsed.

Comments: Historic England says that the castle's keep "... is a particularly fine example of a variant type known as a hall keep..."

Chapel & Church: On the grounds, directly adjacent to the castle, are the remains of an 11th century church. Very likely built by Odo, Bishop of Bayeux and Earl of Kent, the building was probably the local parish church until the 12th century, when the current St. Lawrence Church was built nearby. It appears that the 11th century church was later repurposed as part of the castle's outbuildings and was in use until the 16th century.

House Listed: Grade I

Park Listed: Not Listed

Past Seat / Home of: William de Albini II, Earl of Sussex and Lord of Rising, 12th century; Hugh de Albini, last Lord of Rising, until 1243. Roger de Montalt, 13th century; Robert de Montalt, 14th century; de Montalt family here until 1327. Queen Isabella (wife of Edward II), 1331-58. Edward, The Black Prince, until 1376. Thomas Howard, 3rd Duke of Norfolk, 1544-54.

Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction

Ownership Details: Owned by the Howard family

House Open to Public: Yes

Phone: 01553-631-330

Website: http://www.castlerising.co.uk/

Historic Houses Member: No