The Top 6 Castles in Howardian Hills AONB
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 6
beautiful castles to choose from in Howardian Hills AONB. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Howardian Hills AONB. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 18, 2025
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
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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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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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Castle Howard Gatehouse (The Temperance Hotel)
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The original Gate House, with its famous pyramid, was built in 1719 by Sir John Vanbrugh, the architect who designed Castle Howard itself. Its flanking wings plus building were built …
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