Top 3 Castles around Caddington

Castle Mound offers stunning panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. From the top of this ancient motte-and-bailey fortification, you can see the town of Dunstable itself, as well as the rolling hills and farmlands that stretch out into the distance. On a clear day the view can reach as far as the Chiltern Hills to the northwest, providing a beautiful mix of urban and rural landscapes.

This was on my route unexpectedly. Left my mouth open for a bit. Very beautiful.

Ashridge house and the surrounding woods are a great spot for a ride or a run. Elizabeth 1 spent parts of her childhood at the house.

Returned to Ashridge House. Lovely setting. Wasn't overly impressed with the food if I'm being totally honest, on the evidence of this visit. Bit undercooked IMHO and quite pricey. Zillions of wasps descended when the food arrived, which made it difficult to enjoy eating. However, it's such a nice setting and relaxing place that I will visit again.

Beautiful setting and building. I'll check out the food on my next visit.

The foundation for the original building was laid in 1280, where it was a Gatehouse for the northern approach to Ashridge and was used by Henry VIII as part of the hunting grounds. But following heavy damage by Cromwells armies, the lodge was rebuilt by the eminent architect Sir Jeffrey Wyattville in 1823. Little Gaddesden Lodge now functions extremely well as a private home.

Worth the diversion (and a bit of off-roading) to discover the ruins of a 15th century castle. Just ignore the sounds of the aircraft taking off and landing at Luton Airport!

Here you will get views of Ashridge House once a royal residence to Henry VIII and Princess Elizabeth I. A Grade I neo-gothic country estate set in 190 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens. Today Ashridge House is an meeting, events and wedding venue.. For the weary cyclist or walker you will find a cafe set in a courtyard.