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Muncaster Castle
Muncaster Castle is near Ravenglass in Cumbria; located off the A595 road, about 14 miles south of Whitehaven and 11 miles north of Millom.The site dates back to Roman times, with the current castle initially built as a pele tower in the 13th century, extended over time, and extensively remodeled in the 19th century by renowned architect Anthony Salvin. Muncaster Castle has been the seat of the Pennington family since 1208. The castle and it's extensive grounds are open to visitors (seasonal); there is a cafe in the old stable block, a weapons hall, and a hawk and owl centre. A weekly Parkrun is held in the castle grounds. The castle is a Grade I listed building on the National Heritage List for England.
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The northern frontage of Muncaster Castle in June 2000
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MUNCASTER CASTLE - List Entry
- "Large house incorporating (C13?) fortified tower in the south-west corner; remodelled and enlarged 1862-66 by Anthony Salvin for the 4th Lord Muncaster. Coursed rubble with quoins and sandstone detailing; embattled …
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Muncaster Castle, Gardens and Estate
- Official Website of Muncaster Castle, with visitor information and details of attractions, including the castle, gardens, hawk and own centre, the weapons hall, stables cafe, gift shop, and Muncaster Church.
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Image taken from page 46 of 'The County Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland. vol. 1, 2. (Vol. 3-5. A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen ... of Great Britain and Ireland. With descriptive letterpress.)'
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Gateway to Muncaster Castle
- Overview Map Street View The entrance gateway to Muncaster Castle dates from the 18th centry, with 19th century alteratons. The gateway is located by the A595 road at Muncaster. The …
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The northern frontage of Muncaster Castle in June 2000
Pinned by Simon Cotterill
from https://historicengland.org.u…
MUNCASTER CASTLE - List Entry
- "Large house incorporating (C13?) fortified tower in the south-west corner; remodelled and enlarged 1862-66 by Anthony Salvin for the 4th Lord Muncaster. Coursed rubble with quoins and sandstone detailing; embattled …
Added by
Simon Cotterill
from https://www.muncaster.co.uk/
Muncaster Castle, Gardens and Estate
- Official Website of Muncaster Castle, with visitor information and details of attractions, including the castle, gardens, hawk and own centre, the weapons hall, stables cafe, gift shop, and Muncaster Church.
Added by
Simon Cotterill
from Flickr (flickr)
Image taken from page 46 of 'The County Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland. vol. 1, 2. (Vol. 3-5. A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen ... of Great Britain and Ireland. With descriptive letterpress.)'
Pinned by Simon Cotterill
Co-Curate Page
Gateway to Muncaster Castle
- Overview Map Street View The entrance gateway to Muncaster Castle dates from the 18th centry, with 19th century alteratons. The gateway is located by the A595 road at Muncaster. The …
