Castles · East Midlands
Earl Shilton Castle Yard
In or near Kirkby Mallory.
Earl Shilton Castle Yard — a castle in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Hinckley · 6.6 km
About
Earl Shilton Castle Yard 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
Earl Shilton Castle Yard is a historical site located in the West Midlands. It features remnants of a medieval castle, offering insight into the region's architectural heritage. The site is of interest for its historical significance, although specific details regarding its construction and usage are limited. Visitors can explore the remains and the surrounding area, which provides a glimpse into the past.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5796, -1.3072
- County
- Leicestershire
- District
- Hinckley and Bosworth
- Parish
- Earl Shilton
- Postcode
- LE9 7ES
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hinckley and Bosworth
- Nearest railway station
- Hinckley — 6.6 km
- Official site
- thegreatbritainguide.com
Sources
- manual: geonames-6287419 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Earl Shilton Castle Yard?
- Earl Shilton Castle Yard is in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE9 7ES), in the parish of Earl Shilton.
- What is Earl Shilton Castle Yard?
- Earl Shilton Castle Yard — a castle in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Earl Shilton Castle Yard?
- The nearest railway station is Hinckley, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE9 7ES.
- Does Earl Shilton Castle Yard charge admission?
- Earl Shilton Castle Yard typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Earl Shilton Castle Yard?
- The nearest railway station is Hinckley, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE9 7ES.