DiCamillo Companion
England

Riber Castle (Smedley’s Folly)

Riber, near Matlock

Derbyshire

England

Circa Date: 1868 w/21st century alterations

Status: Fully Extant

House Open to Public: No

Country House: Yes

This house has been used for TV and Film

  • House & Family History: Between 2006 and 2026 the ruinous castle was restored and converted into 26 flats.

  • Garden & Outbuildings: During the early 21st century restoration of the castle 10 homes were built in the service courtyard and a further 10 new homes were erected in the grounds.

  • House Listed: Grade II

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • "Dead Man's Shoes" (2004 - ending).

  • Past Seat / Home of: John Smedley, 1862-92. John Thomas Marsden (John Bertram Marsden-Smedley), 1892-95.

    Current Ownership Type: Corporation

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Flats / Multi Family

  • House Open to Public: No

    Website: https://www.ribercastle.net/

    Historic Houses Member: No

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