Drumburgh Castle in Cumbria was built in 1307 as a pele tower on a Roman foundation of Hadrian's Wall, using reused Roman sandstone. In 1518, it was converted into a fortified house, a so-called bastle house, which features defensive features such as loopholes and blank walls. The building even includes an integrated Roman altar and bears the Dacre coat of arms. As a Grade I-listed building, it is of exceptional heritage importance, but it is currently privately owned and not open to the public.

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Grace Mulligan

September 19, 2023

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Drumburgh Castle is a medieval Grade I listed pele castle located in the coastal village of Drumburgh in Cumbria. Whilst the castle is not open for the public to explore, it still makes a great place to stop and admire some beautiful British history.

Charlie Cosh

June 22, 2025

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A pele tower was built on this site in 1307 on a former tower of Hadrian's Wall. This castle was then built on the same site in 1518 and then altered to its present design in the 17th century.

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1. Bowness-on-Solway to Burgh by Sands via Hadrian's Wall Path — Solway Coast

25.6km

06:29

60m

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2. Drumburgh Castle – Molly's Path loop from Port Carlisle

9.35km

02:23

30m

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3. Drumburgh Castle – Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve loop from Drumburgh

9.33km

02:22

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Bowness, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Bowness-on-Solway to Burgh by Sands via Hadrian's Wall Path — Solway Coast

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3. Drumburgh Castle – Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve loop from Drumburgh

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