Town Ditch Field, Castleton, Derbyshire, UK
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GeoRams
N 53° 20.594 W 001° 46.606
30U E 581437 N 5911150
Remains of a medieval town ditch.
Waymark Code: WM2EMP
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/21/2007
Views: 29
The remains of the Medieval town ditch which surrounded Castleton are visible in this field. Built in the same period as Peveril castle (late eleventh century) it formed part of the towns defences. The field now serves an agricultural purpose as grazing land.
The address of property, including Postcode.:
Centre of Castleton, opposite visitor centre.
The charges to visitors and opening hours.:
Viewed from street.
Its just a field :-)
Web page: [Web Link]
National Trust member: yes
Parking place (optional): Not Listed
References: Not listed
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