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From: Lise Hull <>
Subject: Re: Warden of the Cinque Ports
Date: Mon, 01 Jun 1998 17:39:39 -0700


For what it's worth, the Lords Warden occupy Walmer Castle as their
official residence. The Queen Mother is still the current Lord Warden.
Lise Hull
Castles Unlimited
http://www.castles-of-britain.com

> In article <>,
> (Alf Garland) wrote:
>
> >I understand that the Castle of Dover was an important factor for those who
> >ruled England during the middle ages. The position of Lord Warden of the
> >Cinque Ports appears to have been one of special proportions and only given
> >to those who were trusted supporters of the crown. Can anyone provide a
> >list of Wardens of the Cinque Ports and particularly a list of those who
> >were Constables of the Castle of Dover during the period 1200 to 1600. Any
> >help on this would be much appreciated.
> >
> >Alf Garland

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