Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Thirsk Castle
In or near South Kilvington.
Thirsk Castle — a castle in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Thirsk · 1.8 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Thirsk Castle is a castle located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
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Place summary
Thirsk Castle is a historic castle located in Yorkshire. It is known for its medieval architecture, although specific details about its construction and history are limited. The site remains a point of interest for those exploring the region's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2321, -1.3455
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Thirsk
- Postcode
- YO7 1PL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
- Nearest railway station
- Thirsk — 1.8 km
- Opening
- Daily 9:30am–5:00pm
- Official site
- worldofjamesherriot.com
Sources
- osm: node/9664352153 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thirsk Castle?
- Thirsk Castle is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO7 1PL), in the parish of Thirsk.
- What is Thirsk Castle?
- Thirsk Castle — a castle in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Thirsk Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Thirsk, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO7 1PL.
- Does Thirsk Castle charge admission?
- Thirsk Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Thirsk Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Thirsk, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO7 1PL.