Literary houses · North West England
Castle Hill motte and bailey castle
In or near Nether Kellet.
Castle Hill motte and bailey castle — a literary house museum in england north west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lancaster · 4.1 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Castle Hill motte and bailey castle is a literary house museum located in england north west. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte-and-bailey castle in Halton-with-Aughton, Lancaster, England, UK
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Place summary
Castle Hill motte and bailey castle is located in North-West England. This historical site features a typical motte and bailey design, which was prevalent in medieval fortifications. The site offers insights into the architectural practices of the era, along with the strategic importance of such castles in regional defence. Visitors can explore the earthworks and appreciate the landscape that surrounds this archaeological site.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0768, -2.7662
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Lancaster
- Parish
- Halton-with-Aughton
- Postcode
- LA2 6LS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Morecambe and Lunesdale
- Nearest railway station
- Lancaster — 4.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17674150 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?
- Castle Hill motte and bailey castle is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA2 6LS), in the parish of Halton-with-Aughton.
- What is Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?
- Castle Hill motte and bailey castle — a literary house museum in england north west.
- How do I get to Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?
- The nearest railway station is Lancaster, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA2 6LS.
- How do I get to Castle Hill motte and bailey castle?
- The nearest railway station is Lancaster, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA2 6LS.