The Top 6 Castles around Kirkbymoorside
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 around Kirkbymoorside. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Kirkbymoorside. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 28, 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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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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Remains of Cropton Motte-and-Bailey Castle
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Now it's looking like just a field in Cropton Bank, but it used to be a castle, erected soon after the Norman invasion in the 11th century. Spot the 5-6m remains of a motte rising up from the surrounding land.
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View of Gilling Castle from The Avenue
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From The Avenue, you have a great view of Gilling Castle at its end, but I am afraid there is no access to the grounds: get as close as you …
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View of Slingsby Castle Ruins
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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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