Castles · South East England
Mereworth Castle
In or near Nettlestead.
Mereworth Castle — castle in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wateringbury · 2.3 km
About
Mereworth Castle is a castle located in england london. A British castle recorded in OpenStreetMap with a heritage quality signal.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Mereworth Castle is located in the London region. This 19th-century castle is a notable example of Gothic Revival architecture. It is privately owned and not open to the public, but its impressive exterior and landscaped grounds can be viewed from the surrounding area. The castle's distinctive features include elaborate stonework and a large tower, which contribute to its striking presence in the landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2538, 0.3903
- County
- Kent
- District
- Tonbridge and Malling
- Parish
- Mereworth
- Postcode
- ME18 5JB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tonbridge
- Established
- 1725
- Nearest railway station
- Wateringbury — 2.3 km
Sources
- osm: n5006856735 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q956090 (CC0)
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Nettlestead
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mereworth Castle?
- Mereworth Castle is in Kent, London, United Kingdom (postcode ME18 5JB), in the parish of Mereworth.
- What is Mereworth Castle?
- Mereworth Castle — castle in england london.
- How do I get to Mereworth Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Wateringbury, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME18 5JB.
- When was Mereworth Castle built?
- Built or established in 1725. Designed by Colen Campbell.
- Who owns Mereworth Castle?
- Mereworth Castle is owned by Mahdi Al Tajir.
- Is Mereworth Castle a protected site?
- Yes — Mereworth Castle is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Does Mereworth Castle charge admission?
- Mereworth Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Mereworth Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Wateringbury, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME18 5JB.