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The Top 5 Castles around Whitwell-On-The-Hill

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 Whitwell-On-The-Hill. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

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Castle Howard
2
Temple of the Four Winds, Castle Howard
3
Castle Howard Gatehouse (The Temperance Hotel)
4
View of Sheriff Hutton Castle Ruins
5
View of Slingsby Castle Ruins

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  1. 1

    Castle Howard

    Cycling Highlight

    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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    Temple of the Four Winds, Castle Howard

    Hiking Highlight

    Building began at Castle Howard between 1699 and 1701, but construction was still going on when the architect John Vanbrugh died in 1726. In fact, the house still wasn’t complete …

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    Castle Howard Gatehouse (The Temperance Hotel)

    Hiking Highlight

    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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    View of Sheriff Hutton Castle Ruins

    Hiking Highlight

    This castle - well, its ruins - dates back to the 12th century when it was built by Bertram de Bulmer as a motte and bailey castle. It had a …

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    View of Slingsby Castle Ruins

    Running Highlight

    Slingsby Castle was never actually a castle, but a home built in 1620s for Sir Charles Cavendish. It is still quite impressive (particularly in the right light!). It is now …

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September 1, 2025

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