Literary houses · West Midlands
The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm
In or near Diddlebury.
The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm — a literary house museum in wales mid.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Craven Arms · 6.8 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm is a literary house museum located in wales mid. 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 Diddlebury, Shropshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Shropshire Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Mount is a motte and bailey castle located 120 metres north-east of Hill House Farm in Mid Wales. This historical site features a raised earthwork mound, typical of medieval fortifications. It reflects the architectural style and defensive strategies of its era. The Mount is an important landmark for those interested in the region's history and heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4581, -2.7411
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Diddlebury
- Postcode
- SY7 9DE
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
- Nearest railway station
- Craven Arms — 6.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678748 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm?
- The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY7 9DE), in the parish of Diddlebury.
- What is The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm?
- The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm — a literary house museum in wales mid.
- How do I get to The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Craven Arms, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY7 9DE.
- Is The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm a protected site?
- Yes — The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm is part of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Mount motte and bailey castle, 120m north east of Hill House Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Craven Arms, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY7 9DE.