Literary houses · Mid Wales
Upper Gwarthlow Motte
In or near Montgomery Town F.C..
Upper Gwarthlow Motte — a literary house museum in wales mid.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Upper Gwarthlow Motte 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 Chirbury with Brompton, 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
Upper Gwarthlow Motte is a literary house located in Mid Wales. It is noted for its historical significance and association with literary figures. The site offers a glimpse into the region's cultural heritage, making it a point of interest for those exploring literary history in Wales. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting that reflects the area's natural beauty.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5518, -3.1044
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Chirbury with Brompton
- Postcode
- SY15 6TZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q17676963 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Upper Gwarthlow Motte?
- Upper Gwarthlow Motte is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY15 6TZ), in the parish of Chirbury with Brompton.
- What is Upper Gwarthlow Motte?
- Upper Gwarthlow Motte — a literary house museum in wales mid.
- How do I get to Upper Gwarthlow Motte?
- Drivers can use postcode SY15 6TZ.
- Is Upper Gwarthlow Motte a protected site?
- Yes — Upper Gwarthlow Motte is part of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Upper Gwarthlow Motte?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SY15 6TZ. It sits within the South Shropshire parliamentary constituency.