Barden Tower
Barden Tower is a ruined building in the Parish of Barden, in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, England. The tower was used as a hunting lodge in the 15th and 16th centuries, and despite a renovation in the 1650s, it fell into disrepair in the 18th century. The tower is now part of the Bolton Estate and is listed as a medieval fortified tower. Along with other buildings on the Bolton Estate, it is a focal point and many people visit the tower. It is also a way marker on the 100-mile (160 km) Lady Anne's Way long distance path.
| Barden Tower | |
|---|---|
Barden Tower | |
| Type | Fortified House |
| Location | Barden, North Yorkshire |
| Nearest city | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Coordinates | 54.0107°N 1.9239°W |
| OS grid reference | SE050572 |
| Elevation | 492 feet (150 m) |
| Founded | c.1485-1490 |
| Founder | Henry Clifford |
| Restored | c.1678 |
| Restored by | Anne Clifford |
| Current use | Tower derelict House used as cafe |
| Owner | Bolton Abbey Estate |
Location within North Yorkshire | |
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