The Top 5 Castles around Boldron
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 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Boldron. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Boldron. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 4, 2025
The castle was built by the Normans shortly after the conquest of the region, but experienced the greatest importance under Bernard de Bailleul in the second half of the twelfth …
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The spectacular ruins of Egglestone Abbey occupy a picturesque spot above the River Tees. The crumbling ruins are all that survives of a small Premonstratensian monastery that was founded in …
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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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This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.
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The view of the castle form here is great at any time but if you can get down early in the morning to catch the sunrise it's stunning!
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