Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Roundhay Castle (Folly)
In or near Scarcroft.
Roundhay Castle (Folly) — a castle in Yorkshire & the Humber, United Kingdom.
Stephen Craven — 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
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Roundhay Castle (Folly) is a castle located in Yorkshire & the Humber, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Roundhay Castle, located in Yorkshire, is a folly designed to resemble a castle. This structure, while not a traditional castle, adds a whimsical touch to the landscape. Its unique architectural style reflects the 19th-century trend of creating ornamental buildings.
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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
Sources
- osm: node/483451778 (ODbL)
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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) — a castle in Yorkshire & the Humber, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Roundhay Castle (Folly)?
- The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 4.9 km away. The nearest town is Scarcroft. 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.