Castles · South West England
Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey
Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey — a castle in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
About
Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey is a castle located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey is a historic castle located in South-West England. It features a classic motte-and-bailey design, characteristic of medieval fortifications. The site reflects the architectural and military strategies of its time.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1851, -3.9048
- Official site
- ancientmonuments.uk
Sources
- osm: way/580556668 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey?
- Holwell Castle Motte and Bailey is in South West England, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.1851°, -3.9048°.