The Top 20 Castles in the West Midlands Region
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from in the West Midlands Region. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in the West Midlands Region. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 12, 2025
Herefordshire Beacon (British Camp)
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The Iron Age hill fort can be found on the top of Herefordshire Beacon in the Malvern Hills. Climbing up to the summit rewards you with splendid views of your surroundings.
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Broadway Tower
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Broadway Tower is a unique castle in a breathtaking location. At 1,024 feet (312 m) above sea level, it's the second highest point on the Cotswold escarpment and boasts spectacular …
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Kenilworth Castle Ruins
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Kenilworth Castle was constructed from Norman through to Tudor times. It has been described by architectural historian Anthony Emery as "the finest surviving example of a semi-royal palace of the …
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Mow Cop Castle
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Mow Cop Castle is a famous landmark in Mow Cop, a village situated on a moorland ridge. The castle is actually a folly summerhouse, built to look like a ruin …
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Clun Castle
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Clun Castle is a Grade I-listed Norman fortress dating back to the 11th century. A vital line of defence in case of an attack from the Welsh, the castle then …
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Croome Court
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Croome Court is a mid-18th-century Neo-Palladian mansion surrounded by extensive landscaped parkland at Croome D'Abitot, near Upton-upon-Severn in south Worcestershire, England. The mansion and park were designed by Lancelot "Capability" …
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Coughton Court
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Coughton Court is a wonderfull place to visit in its own right and has some lovely walks in its grounds. Make sure it is open though!!
The house has a …
The house has a …
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Dudmaston Hall and Estate
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Nestled deep in the Severn Valley, Dudmaston Hall has been lived in by one family for over 875 years. The hall as it stands today was mostly built in the …
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Alton Castle
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Designed for the 16th Earl of Shrewsbury by AW Pugin, a leading exponent in gothic revivalism, Alton Castle is a romantic sight above the village of the same name. Work …
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Ludlow Castle
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One of the earliest stone castles in England, this remarkable Norman castle stands over the River Teme in the historic town of Ludlow. Almost 1,000 years old, the ruins are …
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Ludlow Town Centre
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Ludlow is a medieval market town and has more beautiful buildings than you can shake a stick at. With cobbled streets and black and white timbered buildings, it's an incredibly picturesque location.
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