Barnstaple Castle
Located in Barnstaple, North Devon District Coordinates: 51°04′52″ N 4°03′49″ W
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- Elevation
- 7 m
- above sea level
About Barnstaple Castle
Barnstaple Castle is a historic site. Location: Barnstaple, North Devon District.
Barnstaple Castle stood near what is now the centre of the town of Barnstaple, Devon (grid reference SS557332). When it was built, it was on the western side of the fortified town and commanded a good view of both the town and its important river crossings. The castle was built on top of an early medieval cemetery.
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At a glance
- Heritage designation
- scheduled monument
Source: Wikidata
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Nearest towns and villages
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Barnstaple Town, Barnstaple0.4 km E
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Pilton Village, Barnstaple0.3 km NW
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Sticklepath Neighbourhood, Barnstaple0.8 km S
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Pottington Neighbourhood, Barnstaple0.8 km NW
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