The Top 5 Castles around Cocking

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

Cowdray Heritage Ruins

Midhurst Town Centre

Folly Tower, South Downs National Park

Uppark House and Garden

Remains of Verdley Castle

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Cowdray Heritage Ruins
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The Cowdray Heritage Ruins are one of England’s most important early Tudor houses and Cowdray is known to have been visited by both King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. …
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Midhurst Town Centre
Cycling Highlight
In view of the South Downs sits Midhurst, a town rich in architectural history with Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings all through the streets. You might also notice the yellow …
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Folly Tower, South Downs National Park
Hiking Highlight
You will find this quaint little castle off the beaten track at the top of the park. It is occupied, so don't stray too close.
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Uppark House and Garden
Hiking Highlight
Uppark House is a magnificent stately home perched high on the South Downs ridge. The Grade I-listed property dates to the 17th century and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. Uppark …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Remains of Verdley Castle
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The remains of Verdley Castle. It was a 13th-century hunting lodge, which has been lost for hundreds of years. The building is now evidenced only by some dressed stones in the undergrowth.
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