Heighley Castle

Heighley Castle is a medieval fortification in Madeley whose scattered remains sit on elevated ground. Today only fragments of masonry survive, their surfaces covered in vegetation and weathered by centuries.

The Audley family built this fortress in 1233 and used it as their family seat for generations. Parliamentary forces destroyed it during the English Civil War in the 1640s because it held strategic importance for the Royalist side.

The castle's architecture represents the medieval period's defensive construction methods, with its strategic position demonstrating the military considerations of that era.

This castle stands on private land and is protected as a Grade II listed monument. Access requires permission from the property owner, so casual visits are not possible.

Parliamentary forces targeted and destroyed the castle during the English Civil War in the 1640s while it served as a stronghold for King Charles I.

Location: Madeley

GPS coordinates: 53.01760,-2.34077

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:49