Name: Pickering Castle
Rating: 5.0

Pickering Castle

Castlegate, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7AX, UK

1-99 Years

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Pickering Castle stands in a pretty setting on the fringe of a historic market town. It’s a perfect example of how early earth-and-timber castles were rebuilt in stone. At its core is a high and steep-sided Norman ‘motte’ mound surrounded by a ditch. It was later crowned by a stone shell keep. You can climb the motte stairway for panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.

Discover more about the castle’s story in the chapel exhibition featuring brand new exhibits including medieval arrow heads, a knife blade, spurs and manacles. While visiting, look out for Pickering Castle’s abundant wildlife – kestrels sometimes nest here and there are over 45 species of wildflower on site.

Price starts from £6.50 for Adults, £3.50 for Children(5-17 years) and £10.00 for Family(1 adult, up to 3 children). 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.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Pickering Castle stands in a pretty setting on the fringe of a historic market town. It’s a perfect example of how early earth-and-timber castles were rebuilt in stone. At its core is a high and steep-sided Norman ‘motte’ mound surrounded by a ditch. It was later crowned by a stone shell keep. You can climb the motte stairway for panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
During the 13th and 14th centuries, Pickering Castle’s wooden outer defences were replaced by stone curtain walls. You can explore three of their imposing towers, which stand almost to full height: the Mill Tower once housed a prison.
Discover more about the castle’s story in the chapel exhibition featuring brand new exhibits including medieval arrow heads, a knife blade, spurs and manacles. While visiting, look out for Pickering Castle’s abundant wildlife – kestrels sometimes nest here and there are over 45 species of wildflower on site.

Facilities

Parking: 75m from entrance; loose gravel surface. Some parking spaces for disabled visitors nearer the entrance.
Toilets: There are male and female toilets on site.
Dogs: Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

Adult: £6.50 with donation & £5.90 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £3.50 with donation & £3.10 without donation.
Concession: £5.50 with donation & £5.00 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £16.50 with donation & £14.90 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £10.00 with donation & £9.00 without donation.
Member: Free.

On the day tickets:

Adult: £8.00 with donation & £7.20 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £4.50 with donation & £4.00 without donation.
Concession: £6.50 with donation & £5.90 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.
Member: Free.

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

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10am - 4pm (last entry at 3.30pm)

Address: Castlegate, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7AX, UK

Post Code: YO18 7AX

Council: North Yorkshire

County: North Yorkshire

Road Access: In Pickering; 15 miles SW of Scarborough. Plan your route with what3words.com/applauded.slimming.punt.
Bus Access: Scarborough & District 128; Ryecate 175; Yorkshire Coastliner 840 & X40 (Sun). In the summer, Pickering Castle is served by the MoorsBus
Train Access: Malton (9 miles) or Pickering (North Yorkshire Moors Rly) 1⁄4 mile.
Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Pickering Castle at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network.
Parking: 75m from entrance; loose gravel surface. Some parking spaces for disabled visitors nearer the entrance.