Castle on the Macclesfield Canal

Guide To Mow Cop Castle

Mow Cop Castle

Now owned by the National Trust this purpose built ruin dominates the skyline for many miles. It is 1100 ft. above sea level. It was built in 1750 and is the site used by the primitive Methodists for their first meeting in 1807, a marathon event lasting some 14 hours!

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Mow Cop Castle Information

53A High St, Mow Cop, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 3PA.

Phone

03448 001895

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Opening Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

NOTE: Venues often have seasonal opening hours or can be subject to change, so it's always wise to check with the venue before visiting.

Mow Cop Castle Reviews

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Review from Google Places

25 September 2024

We went on a cold rainy day and still had a blast.

The ‘hike’ is short but not disable-friendly.

The views are amazing.

I saw dogs running around having a great time as well.

I know my kids would have loved exploring it but it might be a little dangerous for younger kids.

Parking is free and open until 8. No overnight parking.

The placards and information were very interesting.

Elizabeth Wiley

Review from Google Places

2 September 2024

Fabulous place to visit albeit parking is limited and has limited accessibility if you’re not good on your legs… Remember going here as a nipper in the late 60’s. It’s hardly changed but for some notable H&S additions

Mac

Review from Google Places

18 May 2024

Mow Cop Castle (Folly) is situated on a hill with spectacular views across the county’s of Staffordshire, Cheshire and beyond. If views are your thing, this one comes high recommended!!

Owned and operated by the National Trust with a car park, free for the first 2 hrs. The car park is managed by a ranger, so please bear this in mind if visiting before or after the official opening hours. We arrived just as they were closing the gates for the day, so chose the very limited road side parking whilst at the same time trying to be mindful and considerate of the local residents.

It’s only a short walk upto the folly, it’s uneven ground throughout with steps and tracks leading off to the castle or off to the rock formations.

We visited on a beautiful spring evening but said straight away this is a great place to wind away a couple of hours, taking in the views with a picnic. I also imagine there’s some great sun sets to be seen !

Something to note if like me you like taking a good picture and use a drone from time to time. There are signs everywhere staying no drones ‘on the NT site’ As I don’t want to miss out on taking a scenic pic, I chose to fly from a public place took a couple of shots going straight up but at not time flying over the site itself to consider NT’s request but at all times following the UK CAA rules for the use of drones 👍

Will Hardin

Review from Google Places

7 May 2024

I absolutely love going up here, even with loads of people there it’s still incredibly peaceful, and absolutely beautiful. There is a car park but it closes quite early, though you can park on the road.

Heidi Bowen

Review from Google Places

30 March 2024

It is an excellent place for a weekend outing. The parking spaces are limited. But you can find a space somewhere in the nearby street. The view from the top of the hill is very beautiful. Good place to visit with kids. There are no restaurants and restrooms, so please plan ahead. Parking is free for 2 hours and it is good enough to visit and enjoy the full place. I would recommend this place to everyone. By the way, this is a folly, not a castle.

Amal G Jose

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