The Top 5 Castles around Shilbottle
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 Shilbottle. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Shilbottle. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 16, 2025
Warkworth Castle
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Lying atop a steep hilltop above the river Croquet, Warkworth Castle is an impressive fortress with towered walls that remain largely intact. Built in the 12th century, the castle had …
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Warkworth Castle
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Warkworth is a picturesque and historic village on a rocky spur that is encircled by the River Coquet. The village’s main street has a mighty 12th-century castle at one end …
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Outer Bailey of Alnwick Castle
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A castle's outer bailey, also sometimes called the outer ward, was the first line of defense you'd encounter before reaching the heart of the castle. This outer space was typically …
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View of Warkworth Castle
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Once a year there is a lovely walk through the bluebells to the observatory and you can go inside.
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Edlingham Castle and Church
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Have a wander around the castle ruins and the check out the lovely church.
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