Literary houses · North Wales
Beeston Castle
Beeston Castle — a literary house museum in wales north.
Stephen McKay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
About
Beeston Castle is a literary house museum located in wales north. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. former Royal castle and museum in Beeston, Cheshire, England, United Kingdom
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Place summary
Beeston Castle is a historic site located in North Wales, established in 1220. It was commissioned by Ranulf de Blondeville, the 6th Earl of Chester. The castle's remains offer insight into medieval military architecture and its strategic importance. Visitors can explore the extensive grounds and enjoy views of the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1287, -2.6935
- Established
- 1220
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q539538 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Beeston Castle?
- Beeston Castle is in North Wales, United Kingdom.
- What is Beeston Castle?
- Beeston Castle — a literary house museum in wales north.
- How do I get to Beeston Castle?
- Its coordinates are 53.1287°, -2.6935°.
- When was Beeston Castle built?
- Built or established in 1220.
- Who owns Beeston Castle?
- Beeston Castle is owned by Ranulf de Blondeville, 6th Earl of Chester.