Sandal Castle

Manygates Lane, Wakefield, Wakefield WF2 7DG, England

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Sandal Castle stands in a position that is commanding the River Calder and Yorkshire countryside.The motte and bailey castle happens to be extensively excavated, and discovers can be seen within the Visitor Centre, that also contains shows about the reputation for the castle. You can discover more at the nearby Wakefield Museum, that is located on Wood Street.Remains of this century that is 13th castle and also the fine motte and bailey is visible on site. Visitors can circumambulate the website for free, exploring these romantic ruins including actions to the moat, and you can additionally climb up to the the top of motte, where you'll be rewarded with superb views associated with Calder Valleythey are available, which provides outstanding introduction to your ruins, plus the rich reputation for the castle.If you would like to know more, castle staff run a tour at 14:00 every day. It is a good idea to wear footwear that makes sense. Please also be mindful that the tour involves steps being high. The tours becomes full during busy durations, therefore please talk to you, plus there are numerous of occasions and activities to take pleasure from over summer and winter before you travel there.A family trail could be installed ahead of time to take.

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Manygates Lane, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF2 7DG, England

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