Castles · West Midlands
Gaunt Tower
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Gaunt Tower — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kenilworth · 1.5 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Gaunt Tower is a castle located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Kenilworth Castle is a historic site with a rich history spanning over nine centuries, featuring a massive Norman keep and beautiful Elizabethan gardens. Visitors can explore the castle's impressive architecture, climb to the queen's apartments for stunning views, and enjoy the meticulously designed gardens created for Queen Elizabeth I's visit.
Place summary
Gaunt Tower is a castle located in the West Midlands. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, although specific details about its era or designation are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3480, -1.5934
- County
- Warwickshire
- District
- Warwick
- Parish
- Kenilworth
- Postcode
- CV8 1PQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kenilworth and Southam
- Nearest railway station
- Kenilworth — 1.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4.30pm
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/32594594 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gaunt Tower?
- Gaunt Tower is in Warwickshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode CV8 1PQ), in the parish of Kenilworth.
- What is Gaunt Tower?
- Gaunt Tower — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gaunt Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Kenilworth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CV8 1PQ.
- Does Gaunt Tower charge admission?
- Gaunt Tower typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Gaunt Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Kenilworth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CV8 1PQ.