Maps of castles in England by county: L–W facts for kids

Castles are amazing old buildings that tell us a lot about history! They were built a long time ago, often by kings, queens, or powerful lords, to protect their lands and people. These strong buildings were usually made of stone and had tall walls, towers, and sometimes even a moat (a ditch filled with water) around them. People lived and worked inside castles, and they were very important for defending against enemies.

This page shows you where many castles are located across different counties in England. You can click on the red or green dots on the maps to see exactly where each castle is.

• Green dots usually mean that a lot of the castle is still standing today. You might even be able to visit them!
• Red dots mean that only a little bit of the castle is left, like some old earthworks (mounds of earth) or just small pieces of the original building. Sometimes, there's nothing visible at all.

Castles in Lancashire

Lancashire is a county in northwest England with a rich history. Many castles here played a part in protecting the region.

Castles in Leicestershire

Leicestershire is a county in the East Midlands of England. It has a mix of castles, from those with strong remains to others that are mostly earthworks.

Castles in Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire is a large county on the east coast of England. It has many historical sites, including a number of castles that once protected its lands.

Castles in Merseyside

Merseyside is a county in northwest England, known for its vibrant cities and coastal areas. It also has some interesting castle sites.

Castles in Norfolk

Norfolk is a county in East Anglia, known for its beautiful countryside and coastline. It's home to many historical castles.

Castles in Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire is a county in the East Midlands. Its castles tell stories of medieval times and important historical events.

Castles in Northumberland

Northumberland is England's northernmost county, bordering Scotland. Its castles are often grand and played a key role in defending the border.

Castles in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire is England's largest county. It has a wide range of castles, from grand ruins to small earthworks.

Castles in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire is a county in the East Midlands, famous for the legend of Robin Hood. It also has several historic castle sites.

Castles in Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire is a county in southeast England, famous for its university city of Oxford. It also has a number of historic castles.

Castles in Rutland

Rutland is England's smallest historic county. Despite its size, it has some interesting castle remains.

Castles in Shropshire

Shropshire is a county in the West Midlands, bordering Wales. Its castles often played a role in defending the border.

Castles in Somerset

Somerset is a county in southwest England. It has a mix of coastal areas and rolling hills, with castles scattered throughout.

Castles in South Yorkshire

South Yorkshire is a county in northern England. It has a number of castles, some of which are well-preserved.

Castles in Staffordshire

Staffordshire is a county in the West Midlands of England. It has a history of important castles that protected the region.

Castles in Suffolk

Suffolk is a county in East Anglia, known for its beautiful rural landscapes. It has a number of historic castle sites.

Castles in Surrey

Surrey is a county in southeast England, close to London. It has a number of historical castle sites.

Castles in Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear is a metropolitan county in northeast England. It has important castles that guarded the region's rivers and coast.

Castles in Warwickshire

Warwickshire is a county in the West Midlands, known for its historical towns. It has several famous castles.

Castles in the West Midlands

The West Midlands is a metropolitan county in central England. It has some historical castle sites that played a role in the region's past.

Castles in West Sussex

West Sussex is a county on the south coast of England. Its castles often have connections to the sea and important trade routes.

Castles in West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire is a metropolitan county in northern England. It has a number of historical castle sites.

Castles in Wiltshire

Wiltshire is a county in southwest England, known for its ancient landscapes. It has a number of historical castle sites.

Castles in Worcestershire

Worcestershire is a county in the West Midlands of England. It has a number of historical castle sites.