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Alton Castle sits on top of a hill overlooking the Churnet Valley, with spectacular views on all sides.The building, formerly a prep school, was built by the 16th Earl of Shrewsbury. It is neo-Gothic, designed by A.W. Pugin and completed in 1847. Its style is reminiscent of the Rhineland and it is surrounded by the ruins of the medieval castle (1176), now scheduled as an ncient Monument.
Photograph by Dennis Thorley . Some rights reserved. (view original image)
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Alton Castle from Red Road
Photograph by Dennis Thorley. Some rights reserved. (view original image)
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