Ashperton Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Ashperton Castle is one of 27 castles the Albion Guide maps in Herefordshire. The closest station is Ledbury, 7.3 km to the south-east. Nearby castles include Castle Frome Castle and Mortimer's Castle.

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