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Castle Hill Motte (Staffordshire)

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

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Castle Hill Motte (Staffordshire) is a castle in Staffordshire. The Albion Guide lists nine castles in the county; this is one of them. The nearest other castle is Heighley Castle, 5 km to the south-west. Alsager Station is 4.1 km away to the north.

More at the National Heritage List entry

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