Maiden Castle, Pooley Bridge

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Maiden Castle, Pooley Bridge is one of 33 castles the Albion Guide charts in Cumbria. It sits within the Lake District National Park. Penrith North Lakes Station is 8.2 km away to the north-east.

Full name: Maiden Castle univallate prehistoric defended enclosure

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