The Top 6 Castles around Wittering
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 Wittering. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Wittering. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 2, 2025
Standing tall above the serene River Nene sits the ruins of this fascinating historic site, Fotheringay Castle. Explore medieval history and enjoy beautiful landscape views as you wander around.
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Burghley House is an Elizabethan house (circa 1587) featuring a serpentine park that was designed by Lancelot "Capability" Brown.
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Wothorpe Towers were built between 1615 and 1623 as a detached lodge (dowager house) for Burghley House. It's not currently open to the public as it is undergoing renovation.
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Burghley Park is a country estate with a glorious 16th-century house at its heart. Here, you can explore open parkland and pretty gardens. Burghley House is an example of a …
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Longthorpe Tower is a 14th-century three-storey tower on the outskirts of Peterborough. The Grade I-listed structure displays one of the most complete and important sets of 14th-century domestic wall paintings …
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