What is another name for a castle gate?
What is another name for a castle gate? A portcullis is a heavy castle door or gate made of metal strips that form a grid. A castle guardian might lower the portcullis to protect the people inside from an invading army. It was common during medieval times for castles to be protected by a portcullis or two.
What is a bailey on a castle?
A bailey is the sturdy wall around a castle that keeps invaders out. The bailey of a medieval castle was usually built of stone. You might see a bailey — or the remains of one — if you tour a castle in England or France.
What is the fence around a castle called?
Palisade - A sturdy wooden fence usually built to enclose a site until a permanent stone wall could be erected. Parapet - Protective wall at the top of a fortification, around the outer side of the wall-walk.