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Crew Castle

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

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Crew Castle is one of 33 castles the Albion Guide maps in Cumbria. For more of the same, Loan bastle and post-cottage and Lynestead pele tower are close by. The closest station is Brampton (Cumbria), 18 km to the south.

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