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Castle Rising Castle

Aerial view of the site looking north west
Aerial view of the site looking north west (c) English Heritage
Aerial view of the site looking north west - Aerial view of the site looking north west (c) Castle Rising Castle - Visitors enjoying the audio tour at Castle Rising Castle (c) Entrance of Castle Rising Castle - Entrance of Castle Rising Castle (c) Inside Castle Rising Castle - Inside Castle Rising Castle (c) Ornate Carvings above the entrance to Castle Rising Castle - Ornate Carvings above the entrance to Castle Rising Castle (c)

One of the largest, best preserved and most lavishly decorated keeps in England, surrounded by 20 acres of mighty earthworks. Begun in 1138 by William d'Albini for his new wife, the widow of Henry I, in the 14th century it became the luxurious exile-place of Queen Isabella, widow (and alleged murderess) of Edward II. Owned and managed by Lord Howard of Rising.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 April-1 Nov 10am-6pm (closes at dusk if earlier in Oct) Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
2 Nov-31 Mar 10am-4pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Closed 24-26 Dec  

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£4.00
Children:
£2.50
Concession:
£3.30
English Heritage Members:
Other:
Family Ticket: £12.00
Details:
Family ticket based on 2 adults & 2 children (each additional child £2.00)

How do I get there?

Address:
Norfolk - PE31 6AH
Road Access:
Located 4 miles NE of King's Lynn off A149
Train Access:
King's Lynn 4 1⁄2 miles
Bus Access:
First 410/1 King's Lynn - Hunstanton
Map Location:
Telephone:
01553 631330

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Dogs allowed on leads Audio tours (included in admission price) Shop Hazardous Male Toilets Female Toilets
Facilities Details:
Toilets: Adapted WC in car park.
Shop: Level access.
Refreshments: None, but picnics welcome in grounds. lcome in grounds.
Access:
Access to castle: There is access to castle bridge and grounds via impacted gravel paths and grass. Steep steps to castle may restrict wheelchair users but these are negotiated by many ambulant disabled visitors.
Grounds: Accessible within curtain walls on impacted gravel and smooth grass. There are some sloped areas. Seats provided.
Parking:
50m from entrance; car park surface difficult. Impacted gravel path to castle.
Hearing Impaired Visitors:
Tape tour with hearing loop included in admission price.

Further Info

Audio is charged; Dogs on leads restricted in areas
Owned and managed by Lord Howard of Rising.
Audio tours (charged). Disabled access (exterior only, toilets). Dogs on leads (restricted areas).
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