Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Roundhay Castle (Folly)
In or near Scarcroft.
Roundhay Castle (Folly) — castle in england yorkshire.
Leslie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Cross Gates · 4.9 km
About
Roundhay Castle (Folly) is a castle located in england yorkshire. A British castle recorded in OpenStreetMap with a heritage quality signal.
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Place summary
Roundhay Castle, located in Yorkshire, is a folly built in the 19th century. It is characterised by its distinctive architectural style, which reflects the romantic ideals of the period. The castle is situated within Roundhay Park, offering scenic views and a tranquil setting. Its historical significance and unique design make it an interesting feature of the local landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 53.8412, -1.4926
- District
- Leeds
- Parish
- Leeds, unparished area
- Postcode
- LS8 2HH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Leeds North East
- Nearest railway station
- Cross Gates — 4.9 km
- Official site
- thegreatbritainguide.com
Sources
- osm: n483451778 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q26547712 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Roundhay Castle (Folly)?
- Roundhay Castle (Folly) is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS8 2HH), in the parish of Leeds, unparished area.
- What is Roundhay Castle (Folly)?
- Roundhay Castle (Folly) — castle in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Roundhay Castle (Folly)?
- The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS8 2HH.
- Does Roundhay Castle (Folly) charge admission?
- Roundhay Castle (Folly) typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Roundhay Castle (Folly)?
- The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS8 2HH.