skip to main content
The Association of British Counties

Gazetteer of
British Place Names

The definitive reference source to the United Kingdom. Explore over 300,000 places.

 Menu  Menu

Howgill Castle, Westmorland

Howgill Castle is a fortified manor house in Westmorland. The building dates from the last quarter of the 14th century and built on an 'H plan' layout, consisting of 2 massive pele towers with a central hall block. There were additions in the 17th century and a Georgian frontage added circa 1733. It is defended to the north-west by a deep ravine and commands extensive views. It is within the council area of Westmorland and Furness.
Historic England Grade I Listed 1051098.

Place Type: Mediæval House
Historic County: Westmorland
Lat, Long: 54.65776,-2.5205876
Grid Reference: NY 6651 2931
Civil Parish: Milburn CP
Council Area: Westmorland and Furness CA
Police Area: Cumbria PA

GBPN ID: 302546
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Howgill_Castle,_Westmorland_302546

 Peruse Westmorland on Wikishire