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The Great Britain Guide

Literary houses · South East England

Stowting Castle

In or near Hastingleigh.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Stowting Castle — a literary house museum in england south east.

Organ, St Mary's church, Stowting - geograph.org.uk - 3558340

Julian P Guffogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Westenhanger · 4.8 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Stowting Castle is a literary house museum located in england south east. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte-and-bailey castle in Stowting, Kent, England, UK

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Stowting Castle is a literary house located in South-East England. It is notable as a historic site associated with literary figures, reflecting the region's cultural heritage. The property offers visitors insight into the literary connections and historical significance of the area. The setting is characterized by its scenic surroundings, typical of the South-East, providing a tranquil backdrop for exploration.

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Coordinates
51.1380, 1.0327
County
Kent
Parish
Stowting
Postcode
TN25 6BD
Parliamentary constituency
Ashford
Nearest railway station
Westenhanger4.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stowting Castle?
Stowting Castle is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN25 6BD), in the parish of Stowting.
What is Stowting Castle?
Stowting Castle — a literary house museum in england south east.
How do I get to Stowting Castle?
The nearest railway station is Westenhanger, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN25 6BD.
Is Stowting Castle a protected site?
Yes — Stowting Castle is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Stowting Castle?
The nearest railway station is Westenhanger, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN25 6BD.