Piel Castle, Medieval fortress on Piel Island, England
The sandstone castle consists of a three-story keep with inner and outer baileys protected by stone walls at the southeastern point of Piel Island.
Built in 1327 under Edward III's permission, the castle protected the region from Scottish raids and served as a base for Lambert Simnel's invasion in 1487.
The castle influenced William Wordsworth's poetry in 1811, leading to literary confusion with Peel Castle on the Isle of Man through his spelling variation.
Access to the castle requires a ferry ride from Roa Island, with service operating between Easter and October depending on weather conditions.
The structure faces continuous challenges from coastal erosion, prompting preservation efforts and construction of protective outworks since the 1870s.
Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Made from material: sandstone
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/piel-castle
GPS coordinates: 54.06255,-3.17360
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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