The Castle was built in the thirteenth century. The south-east tower is traditionally known as King John's Tower. The east, west and south fronts were originally Tudor. The north front is by Vanburgh in 1722. The west front was partly rebuilt by him and wholly rebuilt in Tudor style in 1811. Serious damage to the south wing was reported in 1960. {1}{2}{3}{4}{5} The country house incorporates remains of a medieval castle. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {6} Grimsthorpe Castle has 13th century origins, and was enlarged, several times, in the 16th century and in 1685, and again, with remodelling, by Vanbrugh in 1722-1726. Remodelling in 1811 was by H Garling and S Page. The forecourt was enclosed by grille and gates by Edward Nutt, in 1730. {7}{8}{9}{10}{11}