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The first growth came after the Norman invasion, when a castle was built to control the surrounding population. The town has grown on the site of the castle and has a shape that follows the curves of the inner and outer baileys.
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The present castle is a Victorian replica and is not open to the public. The original was demolished after the civil war.
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St John’s Church was built as the castle chapel and still has many Norman features.
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The gravestone commemerates five young people who drowned on the sabbath in Drews Pond. Near the altar is a Green Man carving.
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The coach trade increased the number of hotels and inns, including the Bear, childhood home of artist Thomas Lawrence.
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A Millenium Cross in the churchyard shows local scenes.
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