Castles · South West England
Royal Citadel
In or near Tamerton Foliot.
Royal Citadel — castle in england south west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Plymouth · 1.5 km
About
Royal Citadel is a castle located in england south west. A British castle recorded in OpenStreetMap with a heritage quality signal.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Tamar Valley
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Royal Citadel is a historic castle located in South-West England. It is known for its military significance and commanding position. The structure features impressive fortifications and is a notable example of 17th-century military architecture. Visitors can explore its grounds and learn about its role in British history.
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- Coordinates
- 50.3647, -4.1376
- District
- Plymouth
- Parish
- Plymouth, unparished area
- Postcode
- PL1 2PD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
- Established
- 1592
- Nearest railway station
- Plymouth — 1.5 km
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
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Commando Gunner Memorial
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📷 3Viewpoints · South West England
The Lion's Den
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📷 3Memorials & monuments · South West England
Plymouth Division Royal Marines
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📷 3Memorials & monuments · South West England
Plymouth Division Royal Marines War Memorial
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📷 5Viewpoints · South West England
Matei's Rocks
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Where to eat & stay near Royal Citadel
Places to stay
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Plymouth Backpackers
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📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 7📷 7Restaurants · South West England
Phoenix Wharf at Piermaster's House
Phoenix Wharf at Piermaster's House — a restaurant in england south west.
📷 5Cafés · South West England
Duttons Cafe Bar Restaurant
Duttons Cafe Bar Restaurant — a café in england south west.
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📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
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📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Royal Citadel?
- Royal Citadel is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL1 2PD), in the parish of Plymouth, unparished area.
- What is Royal Citadel?
- Royal Citadel — castle in england south west.
- How do I get to Royal Citadel?
- The nearest railway station is Plymouth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL1 2PD.
- When was Royal Citadel built?
- Built or established in 1592.
- Who owns Royal Citadel?
- Royal Citadel is owned by English Heritage.
- Is Royal Citadel a protected site?
- Yes — Royal Citadel is part of the Tamar Valley National Landscape (AONB).
- Does Royal Citadel charge admission?
- Royal Citadel typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Royal Citadel?
- The nearest railway station is Plymouth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL1 2PD.