Literary houses · South West England
Castle mound (or Castle Hill)
In or near Cranborne.
Castle mound (or Castle Hill) — a literary house museum in england south east.
David Howard — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kingsmere · 8.0 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Castle mound (or Castle Hill) is a literary house museum located in england south east. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Cranborne, Dorset, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Avon System SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Moors River System SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castle Mound, also known as Castle Hill, is located in South-East England. This site is notable for its literary connections, serving as a reference point for various authors. The area is characterised by its historical significance and scenic views, making it a point of interest for those exploring the region's cultural landscape. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting with opportunities for reflection and appreciation of the literary heritage associated with the site.
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- Coordinates
- 50.9132, -1.9164
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Cranborne
- Postcode
- BH21 5QG
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Kingsmere — 8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17642327 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle mound (or Castle Hill)?
- Castle mound (or Castle Hill) is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH21 5QG), in the parish of Cranborne.
- What is Castle mound (or Castle Hill)?
- Castle mound (or Castle Hill) — a literary house museum in england south east.
- How do I get to Castle mound (or Castle Hill)?
- The nearest railway station is Kingsmere, about 8.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH21 5QG.
- Is Castle mound (or Castle Hill) a protected site?
- Yes — Castle mound (or Castle Hill) is part of the River Avon System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Moors River System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Castle mound (or Castle Hill)?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode BH21 5QG. It sits within the North Dorset parliamentary constituency.