Willersley Castle, Grade II* listed castle in Cromford, England.
The three-story castle rises along the River Derwent with round towers and a seven-bay frontage, standing on a 65-acre estate with woodlands.
Sir Richard Arkwright commissioned architect William Thomas to build the castle in 1792, but a fire caused severe damage during its construction.
The castle transformed from an Arkwright family residence to a Methodist Guild Holiday Centre in 1927, serving as a social gathering place.
The castle now functions as an outdoor education center, offering activities such as climbing, abseiling, canoeing, and archery for school groups.
The gardens, designed by John Webb, form part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, indicating their international significance.
Location: Cromford
GPS coordinates: 53.11110,-1.55833
Latest update: May 13, 2025 00:41
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