Where is Henderskelfe Castle?

Henderskelfe Castle is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO60 7DA), in the parish of Henderskelfe.

How do I get to Henderskelfe Castle?

The nearest railway station is Malton, about 7.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO60 7DA.

Is Henderskelfe Castle a protected site?

Yes — Henderskelfe Castle is part of the River Derwent SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Howardian Hills National Landscape (AONB).

Does Henderskelfe Castle charge admission?

Henderskelfe Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.

How do I get to Henderskelfe Castle?

The nearest railway station is Malton, about 7.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO60 7DA.

Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber

Henderskelfe Castle

In or near Crambe.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Henderskelfe Castle — castle in North Yorkshire, England.

Henderskelfe Castle, castles in Yorkshire & the Humber — Wikimedia Commons contributors — see linked file page for photographer and licence licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station: Malton · 7.2 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Henderskelfe Castle is a castle in the United Kingdom — fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Wikidata describes it as: "castle in North Yorkshire, England". Coordinates: 54.1214°, -0.9074°.

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Official information

Castle Howard is a historic Baroque house located in North Yorkshire, known for its stunning architecture and extensive art collections. Visitors can explore the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds, which feature lakes, temples, and woodlands, making it a perfect destination for leisurely walks and family outings.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent SSSI
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Howardian Hills

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

Henderskelfe Castle, or Henderskelf Castle in older texts, was a Medieval castle in Henderskelfe, North Yorkshire. It stood on what is now the site of Castle Howard, a large stately home.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Background

History

Pottery fragments from the 13th and 14th centuries have been found near the castle grounds, suggesting that the site of the castle was occupied from at least the 1200s. The castle was in ruins by 1359 and must have been rebuilt at least once before the fortifications were added in 1500. John Leyland, visiting sometime between and 1543, described the castle as "a fine quadrant of stone having a 4-toures buildid castelle like, though no ample thing". In 1577, the 4th Duke of Norfolk's third son, Lord William Howard, married his step-sister Elizabeth Dacre, youngest daughter of the 4th Baron Dacre. She brought with her the sizable estates of Henderskelfe Castle and Naworth Castle. The castle…

Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Coordinates: 54.1214, -0.9074
District: North Yorkshire
Parish: Henderskelfe
Postcode: YO60 7DA
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
Established: 1330
Nearest railway station: Malton — 7.2 km
Opening: Daily 10am–5pm; closed 24–26 Dec
Official site: www.castlehoward.co.uk

Sources

wikidata: Q24661284 (CC0)
wikipedia: Henderskelfe Castle (CC BY-SA 4.0)
commons: Henderskelfe Castle.png (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Other places nearby

Nearby

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National landscapes (AONB) · Yorkshire & the Humber

Statue of Wild Boar

Statue of Wild Boar — Public artwork (statue).

Free🐕↗ castlehoward.co.uk

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National landscapes (AONB) · Yorkshire & the Humber

Statue of Venus de Medici

Statue of Venus de Medici — Public artwork (statue).

Free🐕↗ castlehoward.co.uk

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Gardens · Yorkshire & the Humber

Castle Howard

Castle Howard — historic house museum.

Grade I🐕👶↗ castlehoward.co.uk

Men at work, Castle Howard - geograph.org.uk - 3414911

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Public art & sculpture · Yorkshire & the Humber

Statue of Silenus

Statue of Silenus — a public art in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Free🐕↗ castlehoward.co.uk

Detail, Atlas Fountain - geograph.org.uk - 2667868

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Historic houses · Yorkshire & the Humber

Atlas Fountain

Atlas Fountain — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Grade I👶↗ castlehoward.co.uk

Corridor, Castle Howard, Yorkshire - geograph.org.uk - 4110525

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Public art & sculpture · Yorkshire & the Humber

Statue of Bacchus with Dog and Grapes

Statue of Bacchus with Dog and Grapes — a public art in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Free🐕↗ castlehoward.co.uk

Where to eat & stay near Henderskelfe Castle

Places to stay

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Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Castle Howard Lakeside Touring Site

Castle Howard Lakeside Touring Site — a caravan park in england yorkshire.

Old milepost - geograph.org.uk - 7635111

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Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Robin Hood Caravan Park

Robin Hood Caravan Park — a caravan park in england yorkshire.

Free↗ robinhoodcaravanpark.co.uk

Avro Lancaster Bomber over Slingsby - geograph.org.uk - 5476411

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Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Slingsby Camping and Caravanning Club Site

Slingsby Camping and Caravanning Club Site — a caravan park in england yorkshire.

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Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Brickyard Lakes Country Park

Brickyard Lakes Country Park — a caravan park in england yorkshire.

Sign for the Worsley Arms Hotel, Hovingham - geograph.org.uk - 6774453

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Hotels · Yorkshire & the Humber

The Worsley Arms Hotel

The Worsley Arms Hotel — a hotel in england yorkshire.

↗ worsleyarms.co.uk

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Campsites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Thornthorpe Caravan & Camping Site

Thornthorpe Caravan & Camping Site — a campsite in england yorkshire.