The
site of the castle does not seem to be strong but it was formerly
encircled
by a barmkin which was further strengthened by a ditch of water.
The castle began as a fortified manor house of which the tower is only one part,
The stronghold was later strengthened by a stone curtain wall and gatehouse.
Family
association: the Swinburnes.
Open all the year, daily.
There is a small car park.
The nearby church is very interesting.
The impressive railway viaduct to the north east of the castle was built in 1885.
Tel: 01661 881297