Somerton is considered the county town of Somerset. Around 1280, “Somerset Castle” is believed to have been built as a county gaol, though its existence is uncertain. Sir Ralph Cromwell owned it between 1423 and 1433.
Somerton is considered the county town of Somerset. Around 1280, “Somerset Castle” is believed to have been built as a county gaol, though its existence is uncertain. Sir Ralph Cromwell owned it between 1423 and 1433.