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The Great Britain Guide

Follies · Yorkshire & the Humber

Stainborough Castle

In or near Gilroyd.

Free admission

Stainborough Castle — Folly or eyecatcher.

Stainborough Castle, follies in Yorkshire & the Humber

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Dodworth · 2.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Stainborough Castle is a folly in Yorkshire — 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 Penistone and Stocksbridge parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Dodworth, about 2.4 km away. Postcode area S75.

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Place summary

Stainborough Castle is a folly located in Stainborough, Yorkshire, with the postcode S75. This structure is notable for its design and serves as a distinctive feature in the landscape.

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

Coordinates
53.5232, -1.5251
District
Barnsley
Parish
Stainborough
Postcode
S75 3EZ
Parliamentary constituency
Penistone and Stocksbridge
Nearest railway station
Dodworth2.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stainborough Castle?
Stainborough Castle is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode S75 3EZ), in the parish of Stainborough.
What is Stainborough Castle?
Stainborough Castle — Folly or eyecatcher.
How do I get to Stainborough Castle?
The nearest railway station is Dodworth, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode S75 3EZ.
Is Stainborough Castle free to visit?
Yes, Stainborough Castle is free to enter.
How do I get to Stainborough Castle?
The nearest railway station is Dodworth, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S75 3EZ.