Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Drax Castle Hill
In or near Camblesforth.
Drax Castle Hill — a castle in england yorkshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Rawcliffe · 4.3 km
About
Drax Castle Hill is a named castle in england yorkshire, 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
Drax Castle Hill is a castle located in Yorkshire. It is known for its historical significance and commanding views of the surrounding landscape. The site reflects the architectural style of its era and is an important landmark in the region. Visitors can expect a blend of history and scenic beauty.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7261, -0.9769
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Drax
- Postcode
- YO8 8NP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Selby
- Nearest railway station
- Rawcliffe — 4.3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6287930 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Drax Castle Hill?
- Drax Castle Hill is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO8 8NP), in the parish of Drax.
- What is Drax Castle Hill?
- Drax Castle Hill — a castle in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Drax Castle Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Rawcliffe, about 4.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO8 8NP.
- Does Drax Castle Hill charge admission?
- Drax Castle Hill typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Drax Castle Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Rawcliffe, about 4.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO8 8NP.