Middleham Castle

No day out in the Yorkshire Dales would be complete without a visit to Middleham Castle. Once the childhood home of Richard III, you can relive the Castle’s illustrious history and unlock the deeds of its great owners.

Although roofless, extensive remains of the fortified palace still survive, making Middleham a fascinating castle to explore.

Why not also visit nearby Richmond Castle and Barnard Castle for more action packed days out in the dales.

Don't Miss

The exhibition highlighting the castle's most notable personalities
Fantastic views of Wensleydale from the viewing platform
The beautiful 15th century replica of the Middleham Jewel
The remains of the oven and horse mill in the castle grounds

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Events AtMiddleham Castle

Yorkshire's King & Castle

Members' Event

Fri 5 Jul

Join Senior Historian Steven Brindle for an in-depth tour of Middleham Castle to discover its origins and connections with Richard III.
Yorkshire's King

Sat 6 Jul 2013

An evening dedicated to King Richard III, with a fascinating talk from Philippa Langley, the lady behind the recent dig to uncover the king's remains in Leicester.
King of the Castle

Sat 6 & Sun 7 July 2013

Meet our costumed King Richard III and Queen Anne as they take up residence at Middleham Castle. Hear the king talk about his victories at Tewksbury and Barnet, and maybe learn a thing or two about 15th century medieval manners!