The Top 11 Castles around Hovingham
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 11
beautiful castles to choose from around Hovingham. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Hovingham. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 22, 2025
Helmsley Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
If you're in the picturesque market town of Helmsley, it's well worth a visit to this historic castle. Boasting more than 900 years of history, you can learn how the …
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Castle Howard
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Castle Howard is a magnificent stately home that was built in 1699 by architect John Vanbrugh. The Baroque building has been home to the Howard family for over 300 years. …
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Castle Howard
Highlight • Historical Site
Castle Howard is a stately home, and a private residence to the Howard family for over 300 years. The Castle and its amazing historic grounds are open to the public: …
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Helmsley Market Town
Highlight • Monument
The charming town of Helmsley is nestled in the heart of the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors.
Helmsley offers plenty to do and see. You could visit the imposing Helmsley Castle, …
Helmsley offers plenty to do and see. You could visit the imposing Helmsley Castle, …
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Crayke Village and Castle
Highlight • Pub
Crayke is a small village with a great vantage point over the Vale Of York. Climbing up here beings great views to the south and it a little taster of …
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