Appleby Castle, Norman castle and country house in Appleby-in-Westmorland, England
Appleby Castle is a Norman fortress and country house in Appleby-in-Westmorland featuring Caesar's Tower, an 80-foot stone keep with four floors. The estate sits by River Eden within curtain walls that enclose residential buildings and gardens.
Ranulf le Meschin founded the castle in the early 12th century, with the stone keep built around 1170. Scottish forces captured it in 1174, highlighting its importance in defending the border between England and Scotland.
The castle shows how English aristocratic homes transformed over centuries, from a fortress into a comfortable residence. This evolution is visible in the different building styles standing side by side, telling the story of changing noble life.
The castle welcomes visitors for guided tours or overnight stays in its twelve bedrooms, with self-contained cottages available for longer visits. Planning ahead is recommended, as accommodation and tour availability may vary by season.
Guests enjoy exclusive fishing rights on River Eden to catch salmon, trout, and grayling during their stay. This privilege ties the visit to the countryside tradition of river use.
Location: Appleby-in-Westmorland
Inception: 1120
Architects: Anne Clifford
Website: https://applebycastle.org
GPS coordinates: 54.57420,-2.48878
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:45
Church of St Michael
381 m
Caesar's Tower at Appleby Castle
68 m
Courtfield Hotel
434 m
37 and 39, Bongate
420 m
Castle Park former coach houses and stables, Castle Park The Flat, Castle Park
29 m
Outer wall to Appleby Castle grounds, from North Lodge to South Lodge
137 m
Entrance gates, piers and wall to Castle Park, from Boroughgate
122 m
Lamp post on north side of High Cross
160 m
St Anne's Hospital
212 m
Gardeners Cottage
221 m
1, 2 And 3, Mill Hill
344 m
54, Boroughgate
190 m
Appleby Boer War memorial
423 m
56 and 58, Boroughgate
179 m
Outer wall to Appleby Castle grounds, from South Lodge to the river
311 m
Main Building of Appleby Castle
131 m
Bongate Mill
303 m
1, Scattergate
165 m
North Lodge to Appleby Castle
118 m
Castle Bank House
337 m
High Cross
160 m
Barn to north of Number 1
159 m
49–55, Boroughgate
166 m
Appleby Castle, uninhabited portions
87 m
Rhondda House
243 m
Lady Anne's Bee House in copse to north east of former stable block at Appleby Castle
105 m
52, Boroughgate
211 m
60 and 62, Boroughgate
167 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
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