Castles · North West England
Ramsbottom
In or near Holcombe.
Ramsbottom — a castle in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
Keith Burroughs — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ramsbottom · 0.2 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Ramsbottom is a castle in england-north-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Ramsbottom Station serves as a gateway to the vibrant town of Ramsbottom, known for its artisan markets, local shops, and scenic countryside. Visitors can enjoy various activities such as hiking to Peel Tower, exploring local parks, and sampling local beers at the Irwell Works Brewery.
Place summary
Ramsbottom is a castle located in North-West England. It is known for its historical significance and architectural features. The site reflects the region's medieval heritage.
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Background
History
Evidence of prehistoric human activity has been discovered in the hills surrounding the town. Early records show that in Norman times Ramsbottom was part of the Forest of Rossendale. There are a number of Bronze Age burial sites around the town, the most notable of which is Whitelow Cairn, one mile (1.6 km) south-east of the town centre and three miles (4.8 km) north of Bury. The cairn was excavated by Bury Archaeological Group between 1960 62, under the leadership of Norman Tyson. Finds include one main and seven secondary cremations, four in urns, dating to the mid Bronze Age. Artefacts found during the excavation are housed in Bury Museum. The early Anglo-Saxons who gave Ramsbottom its…
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- Coordinates
- 53.6483, -2.3167
- District
- Bury
- Parish
- Bury, unparished area
- Postcode
- BL0 9AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bury North
- Nearest railway station
- Ramsbottom — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Ramsbottom (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Ramsbottom War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.0 km
Christ Church Chapel
Chapels · 0.1 km
Theatre Royal
Theatres · 0.1 km
Ramsbottom Evangelical Church
Historic churches · 0.1 km
Tilted Vase
Public art & sculpture · 0.1 km
Ramsbottom Co-Operative Hall
Theatres · 0.2 km
Co-op Hall
Open-air theatres · 0.2 km
Stubbins
Villages · 0.2 km
Theatre Royal, Ramsbottom
Theatres · 0.2 km
Holcombe
Villages · 0.7 km
Stubbins
Historic churches · 1.0 km
Shoulder of Mutton
Historic pubs · 1.0 km
Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · North West England
Ramsbottom War Memorial
Ramsbottom War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
📷 3Chapels · North West England
Christ Church Chapel
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📷 3Theatres · North West England
Theatre Royal
Theatre Royal is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic churches · North West England
Ramsbottom Evangelical Church
Ramsbottom Evangelical Church — church building in Ramsbottom, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · North West England
Tilted Vase
Tilted Vase — a public art in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
📷 3Theatres · North West England
Ramsbottom Co-Operative Hall
Ramsbottom Co-Operative Hall is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Ramsbottom
Places to stay
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The Paddock Campsite
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Red Hall Hotel
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Burrs Country Park Caravan Club
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📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Walleach Caravan Park
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Ashworth Valley Scout Camp Site
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📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Gelder Clough
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Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · North West England
Shoulder of Mutton
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📷 7Historic pubs · North West England
Old White Lion
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📷 5
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📷 5Historic pubs · North West England
Ye Olde Man & Scythe
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ramsbottom?
- Ramsbottom is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BL0 9AQ), in the parish of Bury, unparished area.
- What is Ramsbottom?
- Ramsbottom — a castle in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ramsbottom?
- The nearest railway station is Ramsbottom, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BL0 9AQ.
- Does Ramsbottom charge admission?
- Ramsbottom typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Ramsbottom?
- The nearest railway station is Ramsbottom, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BL0 9AQ.