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Castlesteads, Westmorland

Castlesteads is a multivallate hillfort in Westmorland. Located in Yanwath Woods, it comprises a circular enclosure partially defended by three ramparts and two ditches. The enclosure measures approximately 170 feet in diameter and contains internal features which include a cross wall running east-west which virtually divides the interior into two equal halves. It is within the council area of Westmorland and Furness.
Historic England Scheduled Monument 1008236.

Primary Name(s): Castlesteads
Place Type: Hillfort
Historic County: Westmorland
Lat, Long: 54.619522,-2.747067
Grid Reference: NY 5185 2518
Civil Parish: Yanwath and Eamont Bridge CP
Council Area: Westmorland and Furness CA
Police Area: Cumbria PA
GBPN ID:  GBPN300743

 GBPN URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Castlesteads,_Westmorland_300743