Castles · East Midlands
Glossop Castle
Glossop Castle (also known as Mouselow Castle) is a Norman earthwork north of Glossop, off Hilltop Road, 14 miles (23 km) east of Manchester, on the A57. The site is visible from the main road, standi
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Glossop Castle (also known as Mouselow Castle) is a Norman earthwork north of Glossop, off Hilltop Road, 14 miles (23 km) east of Manchester, on the A57. The site is visible from the main road, standing atop a commanding ridge. Some 12 miles (19 km) southeast is Peveril Castle.
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Glossop Castle (also known as Mouselow Castle) is a Norman earthwork north of Glossop, off Hilltop Road, 14 miles (23 km) east of Manchester, on the A57. The site is visible from the main road, standing atop a commanding ridge. Some 12 miles (19 km) southeast is Peveril Castle.
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Background
History
The castle is a Norman earthwork motte-and-bailey fortress, founded by William Peverel. The Norman castle sits on an old Celtic hilltop site, possibly a hillfort. The earthworks have been damaged by quarrying and the position of the bailey has been lost. The site is a Scheduled Monument.
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- Coordinates
- 53.4563, -1.9592
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- High Peak
- Parish
- High Peak, unparished area
- Postcode
- SK13 7QH
- Parliamentary constituency
- High Peak
Sources
- wikipedia: Glossop Castle (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glossop Castle?
- Glossop Castle is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SK13 7QH), in the parish of High Peak, unparished area.
- Does Glossop Castle charge admission?
- Glossop Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Glossop Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SK13 7QH. It sits within the High Peak parliamentary constituency.