Literary houses · West Midlands
Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford
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Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bridgnorth · 2.9 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford is a literary house museum located in england west midlands. 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 Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England, UK
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Place summary
The Motte and bailey castle, located 90 metres west of St Mary Magdalene's Church in Quatford, is a historical site in the West Midlands. This type of fortification consists of a raised earthwork (motte) and an enclosed courtyard (bailey), typical of early medieval military architecture. The castle's remains provide insight into the region's feudal past and its strategic importance during that era. Visitors can explore the site's layout and appreciate its significance within the historical landscape of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5139, -2.3877
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Bridgnorth
- Postcode
- WV15 6QF
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
- Nearest railway station
- Bridgnorth — 2.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17664611 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford?
- Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode WV15 6QF), in the parish of Bridgnorth.
- What is Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford?
- Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford?
- The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode WV15 6QF.
- How do I get to Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford?
- The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WV15 6QF.