 There was an important link between the Raglan Castle and the surrounding parkland , in particular the Home Park and the Red Deer Park . Historian Robert Liddiard suggests that on the basis of the views from the castle at this time , the structured nature of the parks would have contrasted with the wilderness of the mountain peaks framing the scene beyond , making an important statement about the refinement and cultured nature of the castle lord . In the 15th century there were also extensive orchards and fish ponds surrounding the castle , favourably commented upon by contemporaries . 
