Castles · North West England
Bowden Watch Hill
In or near Rostherne.
Bowden Watch Hill — a castle in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Hale · 2.3 km
About
Bowden Watch Hill is a named castle in england west midlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Bowden Watch Hill is a castle located in the West Midlands. This site is known for its historical significance, although specific details about its construction and features are not provided. Visitors can expect to explore the remnants of a structure that reflects the region's medieval heritage. The surrounding area may offer views typical of the West Midlands, contributing to the site's overall character.
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- Coordinates
- 53.3700, -2.3794
- District
- Trafford
- Parish
- Trafford, unparished area
- Postcode
- WA14 3BY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Altrincham and Sale West
- Nearest railway station
- Hale — 2.3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6287007 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bowden Watch Hill?
- Bowden Watch Hill is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode WA14 3BY), in the parish of Trafford, unparished area.
- What is Bowden Watch Hill?
- Bowden Watch Hill — a castle in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Bowden Watch Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Hale, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode WA14 3BY.
- Does Bowden Watch Hill charge admission?
- Bowden Watch Hill typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Bowden Watch Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Hale, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WA14 3BY.