Literary houses · South West England
English Bicknor Castle
In or near Welsh Bicknor.
English Bicknor Castle — a literary house museum in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Rookwood · 6.0 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
English Bicknor Castle is a literary house museum located in wales south. 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 the UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Wye Valley
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
English Bicknor Castle is a literary house located in South Wales. It is notable for its historical significance and connection to literary heritage. The site offers insights into its past, reflecting the cultural landscape of the region. Visitors can explore the grounds and appreciate the architectural features associated with its literary history.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8388, -2.6092
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Forest of Dean
- Parish
- English Bicknor
- Postcode
- GL16 7PG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Forest of Dean
- Nearest railway station
- Rookwood — 6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q5378190 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is English Bicknor Castle?
- English Bicknor Castle is in Gloucestershire, South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode GL16 7PG), in the parish of English Bicknor.
- What is English Bicknor Castle?
- English Bicknor Castle — a literary house museum in wales south.
- How do I get to English Bicknor Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL16 7PG.
- Is English Bicknor Castle a protected site?
- Yes — English Bicknor Castle is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Wye Valley National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to English Bicknor Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL16 7PG.