Literary houses · North West England
Irthington Castle
In or near Westlinton.
Irthington Castle — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Brampton · 5.3 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Irthington Castle is a literary house museum located in scotland lowlands. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte-and-bailey castle in Irthington, Cumbria, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Irthington Castle is a literary house located in the Scottish Lowlands. Known for its historical significance, it has connections to various literary figures. Visitors can explore the grounds that reflect the region's cultural heritage and the castle's role in literary history. The setting offers a tranquil atmosphere, suitable for those interested in literature and history.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9457, -2.7830
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Irthington
- Postcode
- CA6 4NR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Carlisle
- Nearest railway station
- Brampton — 5.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17642576 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Irthington Castle?
- Irthington Castle is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA6 4NR), in the parish of Irthington.
- What is Irthington Castle?
- Irthington Castle — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Irthington Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Brampton, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA6 4NR.
- Is Irthington Castle a protected site?
- Yes — Irthington Castle is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Irthington Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Brampton, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA6 4NR.