John of Gaunt's Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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John of Gaunt's Castle is one of 31 castles the Albion Guide maps in North Yorkshire. It sits inside Nidderdale National Landscape. The nearest railway station is Harrogate, 8.5 km to the east.

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