The Top 10 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 10
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: December 13, 2025
Helmsley Castle
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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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Helmsley — Market Town
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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
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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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Castle Howard Mock Medieval Tower
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An interesting folly (pretending to be medieval) and a tower within the Castle Howard grounds. These are mock fortifications - fascinating! There are great views from here towards the village of Welburn.
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