Opening Times & Prices
We recommend that you pre-book tickets, either by phoning our box office 01827 709618 or online via our What's On page.
We also open on bank holidays (with the exception of the Christmas break) helping you make the most of holidays! There are often special events such as living history, Saxon festivals and historical events that you can get involved in during these times. Please be aware that our special events are popular, so there may be queues. Take a look at our events to see what's on and when! Please do give us a call to check opening hours for these special events and what you can expect.
We are also open throughout the year to school parties. Please note that during term time (weekdays 10.30am-2pm) there may be school parties in the building.
Opening hours | |
Tuesday - Saturday | 9.30am - 4.30pm (last entry 2.30pm) |
Sundays and bank holidays | 10.00am - 4.00pm (last entry 2.00pm) |
N.B. We are not open for General Admission on 7, 8, 14 and 15 December. Santa’s Christmas Castle or Candlelight ticket holders only. Castle closed 23-26 December inclusive. Open 27-29 December. Then we close until 1 February 2025. N.B. Please be aware that we are currently accepting card payments only. |
General Admission Prices | |
Adult (16 yrs+) | £9.95 |
Child 2-15 years | £7.50 |
Home schooled child (Mon-Fri) | £5.50 |
Child under 2 | Free |
Concessions (65 yrs+ / Students) | £8.95 |
Family ticket (up to 5 persons, must include at least 1 child) | £37.50 |
Ground floor only | £6.00 |
Carers (valid ID required) | Free |
Groups of 6 or more | £7.50 each |
Annual Passes | |
Annual Pass Adult (16 yrs+) | £29.75 |
Annual Pass Child (2-15 years) | £22.50 |
Child under 2 | Free |
Annual Pass Concessions (65 yrs+ / student) | £26.75 |
Annual Pass Family (up to 5 persons) | £100.00 |
- Admission charges for special events may vary
- Visitors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Carers are allowed free admission if they can provide appropriate proof of care including registration letter, DWP letter or similar.
- Please note that the Castle has lots of steep stairs and narrow corridors, therefore pushchairs cannot be taken beyond reception or the Castle courtyard. Pushchairs can be left in the courtyard at owners own risk so please think carefully about leaving pushchairs in your car and finding alternative means of carrying very young children.
- For information about wheelchair access, please read our access page.
- N.B. We want you to enjoy your visit… but due to demand for some special events, you may have to queue outside the entrance so please come prepared. Check the weather. We will do our best to serve you as soon as possible.
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