Literary houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne
In or near Moorends.
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne — a literary house museum in england yorkshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Thorne North · 1.0 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne is a literary house museum located in england yorkshire. 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 Thorne, Doncaster, England, UK
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Protected designations
- National Nature Reserve: HUMBERHEAD PEATLANDS
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Peel Hill motte and bailey castle is located in Thorne, Yorkshire. This historic site features a classic motte and bailey design, a type of fortification common in medieval England. The castle remains are of archaeological interest, reflecting the region's feudal history. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which provides insight into the castle's strategic significance during its time.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6121, -0.9593
- District
- Doncaster
- Parish
- Thorne
- Postcode
- DN8 5BB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme
- Nearest railway station
- Thorne North — 1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17676289 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne?
- Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DN8 5BB), in the parish of Thorne.
- What is Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne?
- Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne — a literary house museum in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne?
- The nearest railway station is Thorne North, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DN8 5BB.
- Is Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne a protected site?
- Yes — Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne is part of the HUMBERHEAD PEATLANDS National Nature Reserve.
- How do I get to Peel Hill motte and bailey castle, Thorne?
- The nearest railway station is Thorne North, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DN8 5BB.