Castles · East Midlands
Leicester Castle Motte
In or near Leicester.
Leicester Castle Motte — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
David Hallam-Jones — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Leicester · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
About
Leicester Castle Motte 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.
Photo gallery
Official information
Newarke Houses Museum features two historic buildings that showcase social history and the regimental history of the Leicestershire Regiment. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including a recreated First World War trench and a 1950s street scene, as well as enjoy the tranquil gardens surrounding the museum.
Place summary
Leicester Castle Motte is a historic castle located in the West Midlands. It features a motte-and-bailey design, characteristic of medieval fortifications. The site is notable for its archaeological significance, representing the remnants of the castle that once served as a royal stronghold.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6317, -1.1407
- District
- Leicester
- Parish
- Leicester, unparished area
- Postcode
- LE2 7BY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Leicester South
- Phone
- 0116 454 4554
- Nearest railway station
- Leicester — 1.2 km
- Opening
- Saturdays 11am–4.30pm, and Wednesdays during Leicester City Council school holidays from May to August; closed on non-event days.
- Official site
- www.leicestermuseums.org
Sources
- osm: way/415343450 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Leicester Castle Motte?
- Leicester Castle Motte is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE2 7BY), in the parish of Leicester, unparished area.
- What is Leicester Castle Motte?
- Leicester Castle Motte — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Leicester Castle Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Leicester, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE2 7BY.
- Does Leicester Castle Motte charge admission?
- Leicester Castle Motte typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Leicester Castle Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Leicester, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE2 7BY.