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Four Faces Folly

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Four Faces Folly

Four Faces Folly

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    1. Church of St John and Four Faces Folly loop from Castle Howard — Howardian Hills

    11.8km

    03:06

    100m

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

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    November 11, 2022

    The Four Faces folly on the Castle Howard estate was erected before 1727 and made by sculptor Nicholas Hawksmoor for Charles Howard, 3rd Earl of Carlisle.

    It's a Grade I listed monument.

      May 26, 2025

      Its four carved faces are looking in different directions, adding a touch of mystery to this visually striking monument.

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        Location: Henderskelfe, Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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