The Macabre Carvings of Dover Castle’s Mysterious Doors
Wooden doors covered with macabre carvings depicting executions have been discovered at Dover Castle in England. The reason for the creation of these unusual “decorations” is unclear, but scientists have their hypotheses.
4 min readMay 24, 2024
Dover Castle: A Historical Landmark
Dover Castle was established in the 12th century and is located in southeastern England, in Kent, at a strategically significant location: it guards the shortest sea route from Britain to continental Europe.
The fortress has been accessible to visitors for years. Nonetheless, researchers occasionally make intriguing discoveries on its grounds, allowing us to better understand the history of this medieval stronghold.
A New Facet of Dover Castle
The doors were originally located at the top of the medieval St. John’s Tower. Historian Paul Pattison from English Heritage, an agency responsible for the preservation of historic sites in England, described the discovery as “astonishing.” He made the discovery after climbing a ladder to the top floor of the tower.
