Name: Berkhamsted Castle
Rating: 5.0

Berkhamsted Castle

White Hill, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1LJ, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

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Description

Berkhamsted Castle, Visit the substantial remains of a strong and important motte-and-bailey castle dating from the 11th to 15th centuries, with surrounding walls, ditches and earthworks. Richard Earl of Cornwall added a 13th-century palace complex.

Make the most of your day out in history and head to St Albans where you can visit the ruined Tudor mansion of Old Gorhambury House, or the remains of the Roman Wall, which once reached a height of five metres.

Entry is free for everyone. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Plan a Great Day Out:

Make the most of your day out in history and head to St Albans where you can visit the ruined Tudor mansion of Old Gorhambury House, or the remains of the Roman Wall, which once reached a height of five metres.
Slightly further afield, Wrest Park is a 50-minute drive away from Berkhamsted. With dazzling parterres and fragrant borders, sweeping views and woodland walks, it’s a real treat for the senses. Once you’ve explored some of its 90 acres, treat yourself to something tasty at the café, learn more about Wrest at War in the exhibition, or let the kids run off some steam in the playground.

Facilities

Parking: Available close by at the railway station or in the town centre. There is very limited on-street parking on White Hill and nearby streets but please park with consideration for residents and other road users.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.

What to see

Events:

A Midsummer Nightmare: Brought to you by Midnight Circle Productions this outdoor theatre production will transport you to a world where goblins and supernatural creatures roam the enchanted woods, and nothing is quite as it seems, book online.
DENS Woodland Trail: Walk or run your choice of 5 or 10-mile routes, while immersing yourself in beautiful woodland and nature on a summer’s day, and support Dacorum’s homeless charity DENS. Starting from Berkhamsted Castle, you’ll enjoy well-signed routes and receive a special finisher’s token. Every penny raised at the DENS Woodland Trail will help local individuals and families facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion. Help rebuild lives, one step at a time, book online.
Vanity Fair: Summer outdoor theatre at its finest! Bring a picnic and enjoy the whirligig of Vanity Fair! Brought to you by Moving Parts Theatre Company, book online.

For upcoming events please visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berkhamsted-castle/

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Free Admission for every one.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berkhamsted-castle/opening-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Summer: 10am-6pm (Open daily)
Winter: 10am-4pm (Open daily)
Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Address: White Hill, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1LJ, UK

Post Code: HP4 1LJ

Council: Dacorum

County: Hertfordshire

Road Access: Near railway station at Berkhamsted.
Bus Access: Arriva The Shires service 354 and Little Jim’s service 532 go past the castle.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network.
Train Access: Berkhamsted, adjacent.
Parking: Available close by at the railway station or in the town centre. There is very limited on-street parking on White Hill and nearby streets but please park with consideration for residents and other road users.