Stapleton Castle

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

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Stapleton Castle is one of 27 castles the Albion Guide maps in Herefordshire. For more of the same, Lingen Castle and Brampton Bryan castle are close by. The closest station is Knighton, 7.5 km to the north-west.

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