Name: Tamworth Castle
Rating: 5.0

Tamworth Castle

Tamworth Castle, Holloway, Tamworth, Staffordshire B79 7NA, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Tamworth Castle is one of the best preserved motte and bailey castles in England, with more than 900 years of history to explore through its many rooms, chambers and corridors. A trip to Tamworth Castle is a great day out for people of all ages, whether you’re looking for entertainment for children, a group tour for your friends or social club, this Castle has something for everyone.

You can explore with lots of see and do things 15 fully furnished period rooms to explore, Battle & Tribute exhibition, Items from the Staffordshire Hoard, 360-degree views of the Castle Grounds and Tamworth town from our tower, Historic Herringbone Wall, Shop with local merchandise, Beautiful castle grounds and much more.

Price starts from £11.95 for Adults(16 yrs+), £9.50 for Children(2-15) and £47.50 for Family of five. 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

Battle & Tribute: A state-of-the-art and interactive exhibition, dedicated to the area’s rich Anglo-Saxon history. Explore our state-of-the-art and interactive exhibition at Tamworth Castle, dedicated to the area’s rich Anglo-Saxon history.
Staffordshire Hoard: Items from The Staffordshire Hoard are available to view at Tamworth Castle. They form part of our new 'Battle & Tribute' exhibition about Anglo-Saxon Tamworth.
Ghosts: For many years Tamworth visitors and residents have told their stories of ghostly goings at Tamworth Castle. Whether it is a chance sighting of the Black Lady or the White Lady, or hearing strange noises - from furniture being moved to horses running around the Castle, this building has a great many tales to tell... We've even featured on the BBC's Most Haunted programme.
Castle Grounds: Tamworth Castle is surrounded by attractive parkland, free and open to all, which is packed with family activities such as cycling, tennis and skating, as well as stunning flowerbeds, river walks, picnic benches, a huge children's playground, historic features, sculptures and more.

Facilities

Parking: There are a number of car parks in Tamworth town centre. The brown Tamworth Castle signs direct drivers to the Jolly Sailor car park. This is a large long stay car park with coach park facilities. Ankerside Shopping Centre also provides a number of spaces along with many other town centre car parks.
Food & Drinks: Cafe- Refreshments are available from the Pavillion tea rooms and the Community Cafe near the adventure playground.
Toilets: There are modern public toilets in the Castle Grounds, with a number of individual cubicles. The block includes a full Changing Places facility and free water refill station.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

General Admission Prices:

Adult(16 yrs+): £11.95
Child 2-15 years: £9.50
Home schooled child(Tue-Fri): £7.50
Child under 2: Free
Concessions(65 yrs+ / Students): £10.95
Family ticket(up to 5 persons): £47.50
Ground floor only: £6.95
Carers (valid ID required): Free
Groups of 6 or more: £9.50 each

Summer Passes (valid 19 July - 27 August 2025):

Adult(16 yrs+): £17.95
Child(2-15 years): £14.50
Family(up to 5 persons): £71.25
Concessions(65 yrs+ / student): £16.50

Annual Passes:

Adult(16 yrs+): £31.75
Child(2-15 years): £24.50
Child under 2: Free
Family(up to 5 persons): £110.00
Concessions(65 yrs+ / student): £28.75

Pricing URL: https://www.tamworthcastle.co.uk/opening-times-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

1 February to 23 December & 27-29 December 2025:

Tuesday - Saturday: 9.30am - 4.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Sundays and bank holidays: 10.00am - 4.00pm (last entry 3.00pm)

Address: Tamworth Castle, Holloway, Tamworth, Staffordshire B79 7NA, UK

Post Code: B79 7NA

Council: Tamworth

County: Staffordshire

By Bus: Please visit Arriva for details of bus services in and around Tamworth. The castle is in the heart of the town centre so you can't miss it!
By Train: Please visit thetrainline.com. Tamworth Castle is brisk ten minute walk from Tamworth Railway Station. There is also a taxi rank at the station.
By Car: From M1/M6 northbound take the M42 and exit at Junction 10. From the M6 southbound exit at Junction 12 and approach Tamworth via A5. The brown Tamworth Castle signs which you will see on the way into Tamworth will direct you to the Jolly Sailor car park.
Parking: There are a number of car parks in Tamworth town centre. The brown Tamworth Castle signs direct drivers to the Jolly Sailor car park. This is a large long stay car park with coach park facilities. Ankerside Shopping Centre also provides a number of spaces along with many other town centre car parks.