The Top 8 Castles around Muker
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 8
beautiful castles to choose from around Muker. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Muker. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 24, 2025
Bolton Castle
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Bolton Castle is a magnificent 14th-century castle in a village of almost the same name – Castle Bolton. The quadrangular castle was built by the 1st Baron Scrope of Bolton, Richard, costing 18,000 Marks at the time.
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Pendragon Castle ruins
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This romantic ruin, set amongst the Vale of Mallerstang’s scenic beauty, has a rich history and many associated legends. Said to have once been the fortress of Uther Pendragon of …
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Bowes Castle Ruins
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The magnificent ruins of Henry II's 12th-century keep are on the site of a Roman fort guarding the approach to strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines. The English Heritage-owned castle …
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Wharton Hall
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This was a fortified house, built around 1415 by the Wharton family. The family extended the property in the mid-16th century. A deer park was established, requiring the relocation of …
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Ruins of Lammerside Castle
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These are the ruins of a 12th century building, which was subsequently rebuilt in the 14th century as a Pele tower (a small fortified tower) to protect against Scots raiders. …
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