Great Tosson 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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Great Tosson tower house is a tower house in Northumberland. It is one of 29 tower houses the Albion Guide charts in the county. The surrounding countryside is part of Northumberland National Park National Park.

Other tower houses nearby include Woodhouses Bastlehouse, Bastle at The Raw Farm and Bastle at Craig Farm. The closest station is Acklington, 19.2 km to the east.

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