Whitley Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Whitley Castle is one of 32 castles the Albion Guide maps in Northumberland. The surrounding countryside is part of the North Pennines National Landscape. The nearest railway station is Kirkhaugh, 1.2 km to the north. Nearby castles include Kirkhaugh bridge abutments and Ninebanks tower house.

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