Buckton Castle, Medieval castle in Mossley, England
Buckton Castle stands at 335 meters above sea level, built from sandstone blocks on a strategic hilltop overlooking the Tame River valley.
The castle dates from 1200 and represents one of the earliest stone fortifications in Northwest England, with its first written record appearing in 1360.
Archaeological investigations between 1996 and 2010 by the University of Manchester and University of Salford revealed patterns of medieval military architecture.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through marked pathways from Carrbrook village, with the site offering views across Greater Manchester and surrounding counties.
The castle served as an anti-aircraft decoy site during World War II, protecting nearby industrial areas from German bombardments.
Location: Mossley
Inception: 12 century
Elevation above the sea: 335 m
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 53.51116,-2.01780
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:54
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