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Clifton Castle is a Grade II* listed historic house in North Yorkshire, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Clifton Castle
Clifton Castle stands near Ripon in North Yorkshire.
Despite its castellated name, the present house dates from 1802 and is Grade II* listed.
It is known for opulent plasterwork and what is considered one of the finest staircases of its date in Yorkshire.
Historic Houses manages visitor access, with tours taking in the principal ground-floor rooms.
Inside is a notable collection of portraits and furniture.
Read more on WikipediaHistory of Clifton Castle
The house was rebuilt in 1802 in the classical style and has remained in private hands as a working estate since.
Architecture of Clifton Castle
Built in 1802, the mansion is Grade II* listed, with ornate cornicing and finely proportioned rooms. It is thought to have one of the finest staircases of its date in Yorkshire.
Worth knowing
The house was featured in Country Life magazine, where architectural historian Giles Worsley praised its plasterwork as 'almost opulent' and its materials as of very high quality.
Gardens & grounds at Clifton Castle
Visitors touring the house can walk through its gardens and grounds.
Plan your visit to Clifton Castle
Nearest station: Bedale (Wensleydale Railway) (4 miles)
Admission
Historic Houses members must pay for entry
Places to visit near Clifton Castle
Marmion Tower
View Marmion Tower on heritage mapMiddleham Castle
View Middleham Castle on heritage mapHoly Trinity Church, Coverham
View Holy Trinity Church, Coverham on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 5 miles of Clifton Castle there are 2 historic properties, including 1 tower and 1 historic house, across English Heritage and Historic Houses sites.
Within 10 miles of Clifton Castle there are 9 historic properties, including 4 historic houses and 3 churchs, across Historic Houses, English Heritage and Churches Conservation Trust sites.
Within 20 miles of Clifton Castle there are 29 historic properties, including 9 historic houses, 7 churchs and 4 castles, across English Heritage, Historic Houses and Churches Conservation Trust sites.
Stay nearby
Make more of your visit with an overnight stay near Clifton Castle.
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A Georgian mansion hiding behind a castle's name, with plasterwork Country Life called almost opulent.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- North Yorkshire, England
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