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The Top 5 Castles around Balsall

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 Balsall. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 21, 2025

Kenilworth Castle Ruins

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Kenilworth Castle was constructed from Norman through to Tudor times. It has been described by architectural historian Anthony Emery as "the finest surviving example of a semi-royal palace of the …

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The Tiltyard Dam at Kenilworth Castle

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The dam was probably constructed in three phases; initially circa 1125, then subsequently raised by King John and lastly the western lane and bridge possibly 17th century. It is not …

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Bagot's Castle

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A 14th century castle in the village of Baginton, Warwickshire in the English Midlands. It now stands in ruins, and this website is dedicated to those volunteers and benefactors who are conserving what remains for future generations.

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Guy's Tower, Warwick Castle

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Guy's Tower is 12-sided and stands at 29 metres high. Dotted around each of the twelve sides are grated machicolations from which rocks and other projectiles could be thrown down …

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Leicester's Gatehouse

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Leicester’s Gatehouse, built by Robert Dudley on the north side of the base court, provided a grand new entrance to the castle, and gave access via a long bridge to …

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