Where is Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill?

Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE61 1YD), in the parish of Morpeth.

How do I get to Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill?

The nearest railway station is Morpeth, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE61 1YD.

Is Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill a protected site?

Yes — Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill is part of the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.

How do I get to Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill?

The nearest railway station is Morpeth, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE61 1YD.

Literary houses · North East England

Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill

In or near Mitford.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station: Morpeth · 0.4 km

Wheelchair accessible

Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill 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 Morpeth, Northumberland, England, UK

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Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Motte and Bailey Castle on Haw Hill is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This historic site features a typical motte-and-bailey design, a type of fortification that was common in medieval Britain. The castle's earthworks are significant for understanding the military architecture of the period. It is an important landmark within the region, reflecting the strategic use of elevated ground for defensive purposes.

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Coordinates: 55.1646, -1.6880
District: Northumberland
Parish: Morpeth
Postcode: NE61 1YD
Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
Nearest railway station: Morpeth — 0.4 km

Sources

wikidata: Q17664768 (CC0)

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