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Follies · West Midlands

Quadford Castle

In or near Wyken.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Quadford Castle — Folly or eyecatcher.

Driveway to Spring Valley - geograph.org.uk - 424201

John M — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Bridgnorth · 2.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Quadford Castle is a folly in the West Midlands — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the South Shropshire parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, about 2.2 km away. Postcode area WV15.

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Place summary

Quadford Castle is a folly located in Bridgnorth, within the West Midlands. This structure is noted for its distinctive architectural style, typical of the 18th and 19th centuries.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.5216, -2.3921
District
Shropshire
Parish
Bridgnorth
Postcode
WV15 6QG
Parliamentary constituency
South Shropshire
Nearest railway station
Bridgnorth2.2 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Quadford Castle

Places to stay

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Big Mose bunkhouse

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · West Midlands

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The Black Boy Inn, Bridgnorth - geograph.org.uk - 4036631📷 5

Historic pubs · West Midlands

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The White Lion pub sign, Bridgnorth - geograph.org.uk - 5987683📷 5

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Narrow crest on Northgate - geograph.org.uk - 3867185📷 5

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Quadford Castle?
Quadford Castle is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode WV15 6QG), in the parish of Bridgnorth.
What is Quadford Castle?
Quadford Castle — Folly or eyecatcher.
How do I get to Quadford Castle?
The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode WV15 6QG.
Is Quadford Castle free to visit?
Yes, Quadford Castle is free to enter.
How do I get to Quadford Castle?
The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WV15 6QG.