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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D46
TitleEngraving of Melbourne Castle
Date1733
DescriptionEngraving of view of Melbourne Castle 1733
Extent1 item
LevelFonds
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
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Archive CreatorUnidentified
Administrative HistoryMelbourne Castle was a royal stronghold from the Middle Ages. The castle park was sold at the end of the 16th century and in 1604 the castle itself was purchased by Henry Hastings, 5th Earl of Huntingdon. It had been demolished by the time of his death in 1643. Some materials were re-used in Castle Farm house.
Custodial HistoryThis item was donated to Derbyshire County Council in February 1954.
Organisation Sub-TypePhotographs and artworks
LanguageEnglish
Related MaterialFor deeds relating to Melbourne Castle, see D47.
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Place (click for further details)Type
Melbourne 
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