Literary houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Tanfield Castle
In or near Hutton Conyers.
Tanfield Castle — a literary house museum in england yorkshire.
Jo and Steve Turner — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bedale · 9.5 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Tanfield Castle is a literary house museum located in england yorkshire. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. fortified manor house in West Tanfield, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Tanfield Castle is a literary house located in Yorkshire. It is known for its historical significance and connection to notable literary figures. Visitors can explore the architecture and grounds that reflect its storied past, making it a point of interest for those keen on literature and history. The setting offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2034, -1.5911
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- West Tanfield
- Postcode
- HG4 5JH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
- Nearest railway station
- Bedale — 9.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q24660223 (CC0)
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West Tanfield
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tanfield Castle?
- Tanfield Castle is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HG4 5JH), in the parish of West Tanfield.
- What is Tanfield Castle?
- Tanfield Castle — a literary house museum in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Tanfield Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Bedale, about 9.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode HG4 5JH.
- Is Tanfield Castle a protected site?
- Yes — Tanfield Castle is part of the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Tanfield Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HG4 5JH. It sits within the Thirsk and Malton parliamentary constituency.