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Blencow Old Hall moated tower house

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Blencow Old Hall moated tower house is one of 13 tower houses the Albion Guide lists in Cumbria. Catterlen Hall tower house and Penrith Castle are among the castles within 6.3 km. The nearest railway station is Penrith North Lakes, 6.1 km to the south-east.

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