Literary houses · North West England
Beeston Castle
In or near Beeston.
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
- Wheelchair accessible
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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Official information
Beeston Castle is a historic site featuring atmospheric ruins and stunning views. Visitors can explore winding woodland paths, a reconstructed Bronze Age roundhouse, and an exhibition that showcases 4,000 years of history. The site also includes England's deepest castle well and offers panoramic views across eight counties.
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
- District
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Parish
- Beeston
- Postcode
- CW6 9YF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chester South and Eddisbury
- Established
- 1220
- Opening
- Daily 10am - 5pm; last entry at 4.30pm
- 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 (postcode CW6 9YF), in the parish of Beeston.
- What is Beeston Castle?
- Beeston Castle — a literary house museum in wales north.
- How do I get to Beeston Castle?
- Drivers can use postcode CW6 9YF.
- 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.
- How do I get to Beeston Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CW6 9YF. It sits within the Chester South and Eddisbury parliamentary constituency.