Castles and Fortifications of England and Wales

CASTLE HAUGH


CASTLE HAUGH
Photo Matthew Emmott

The motte is damaged on the side by the River Ribble, and this appears to be the side on which the bailey was situated. However, the rest of the site is incredibly well preserved although hidden by trees. The motte rises to about 25 feet in height, and the ditch survives on the north, south and east sides of the earthworks. There is a depression in the centre of the motte, suggesting either severe erosion, a demolished building, or quarrying.


Photo Matthew Emmott Photo Matthew Emmott Photo Matthew Emmott

 

Directions
A682/A59, 1 mile north of Gisburn
Newsholme, Clitheroe, Lancs BB7 4JQ

 



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