Neil D'Arcy-Jones on Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle has stood in the heart of city since the 11th century, although the history of the site itself stretches right back to Roman times. As you might imagine it hasn't always contained the fantastic museum that it currently holds and back in the 17th century was in danger of being reduced to rubble. 

Neil Jones, the artistic director of Castle Park Theatre, recounts the tale of how the Castle was ultimately rescued from destruction by means of a backhanded wedding gift.