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  Warwick Castle, Warwickshire England

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Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle is over a thousand years old with the first fortifications being supposedly erected by Ethelfleda, daughter of king Alfred the Great in the year 914, the present castle is a Norman motte-and-bailey type built in the 11th century.

The castle has been well maintained with magnificent towers and ramparts. The many attractions range from dungeons to the Great Hall, State Rooms and the Royal Weekend Party of 1898.



Warwick Castle, Warwick

Visitors can climb some of the towers and visit the well laid out exhibitions, many having wax figures. Warwick is said to have the best-preserved castle in Britain.

The splendid grounds are an ideal venue for a picnic. Take your own food too, you are welcome to picnic and the grounds are a beautiful place to sit and eat.

Kingmaker's Feasts can be arranged for corporate and groups. Many forms of medieval entertainment are staged at the castle throughout the year.


 
Opening Timings

Jan - Mar: 10:00 - 17:00
Apr - Sep: 10:00 - 18:00
Oct - Dec: 10:00 - 17:00

Last admission: 30 mins before the closing time.

Closed: 25th December

Directions
By Rail: Less than two hours from Marylebone station, London. For more information on on train times and prices, visit: nationalrail.co.uk

By Road: Take Junction 15 of M40. It is well signposted and less than two miles from Junction 15 of M40.

Contact Info

Warwick
Warwickshire
England
CV34 4QU

Recorded Information:
Tel: +44 (0) 1926 406600

Group & Coach Bookings:
Tel: +44 (0) 1926 406601

School visits:
Tel: +44 (0)1926 406603

Fax: +44 (0) 1926 406611

Web: warwick-castle.co.uk

Admission Prices

OFF-PEAK (4th Jan - 24th Mar, 1st Nov - 5th Jan):
Adult: £12.95
Children (4-16): £7.95
Student: £9.95
Senior: £9.25
Family: £34.00

Standard (25th Mar - 15th Jul, 5th Sep - 31st Oct):
Adult: £14.95
Children (4-16): £8.95
Student: £10.95
Senior: £10.75
Family: £42.00

PEAK (16th Jul - 4th Sep):
Adult: £16.95
Children (4-16): £9.95
Student: £11.95
Senior: £11.75
Family: £45.00

(The Family ticket is for 2 adults and 2 children.)
 





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