Middleham Castle

Description

Middleham Castle is one of Yorkshire’s strongest fortresses set in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Its core is an immense Norman keep, one of the biggest in England. Around it the powerful Neville family built three ranges of luxurious chambers, making Middleham the 15th-century ‘Windsor of the North’.

There’s a lot to explore at the castle, from a multi-storied toilet tower and a horse-powered mill to the keep’s lofty viewing platform, with views over Wensleydale. 

Price starts from £8.00 for Adults, £4.50 for Children(5-17) and for £12.50 Family of four. 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

History of Middleham Castle: Best known as one of the childhood homes of Richard III, Middleham Castle dominates the North Yorkshire town of Middleham. From the core of its Norman great tower, one of the largest in the country, the castle developed under the powerful Nevilles into a residence worthy of a family who dominated English affairs for over two centuries. Richard, Duke of Gloucester (later Richard III) spent his youth at Middleham and it became one of his royal homes.

Facilities

  • Parking: Limited free on-street parking nearby.
  • Toilets: No toilets on site. Nearest public toilet is in the village, about 70 metres away.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

  • Member: Free.
  • Adult: £8.00 with donation & £7.20 without donation.
  • Child(5-17 years): £4.50 with donation & £4.00 without donation.
  • Family(2 adults, up to 3 children): £20.50 with donation & £18.40 without donation.
  • Family(1 adult, up to 3 children): £12.50 with donation & £11.20 without donation.

On the day tickets:

  • Member: Free.
  • Adult: £9.50 with donation & £8.60 without donation.
  • Child(5-17 years): £5.50 with donation & £5.00 without donation.
  • Family(2 adults, up to 3 children): £24.50 with donation & £22.20 without donation.
  • Family(1 adult, up to 3 children): £15.00 with donation & £13.60 without donation.

Membership: Become a member today from just £42

For more information please visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/join

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

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

Address: Castle Hill Middleham, Middleham, Leyburn, UK

Post Code: DL8 4QG

Council: North Yorkshire

County: North Yorkshire

  • Road Access: Middleham Castle is in Middleham, 2 miles south of Leyburn on the A6108.
  • Bus Access: Dales & District 159.
  • Train Access: Leyburn (Wensleydale Railway) 2 miles.
  • Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Middleham Castle at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network.
  • Parking: Limited free on-street parking nearby.

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