Free Entry
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours
Address:
Moat Lane, Old Bolingbroke, Spilsby, Lincolnshire, PE23 4HH
The remains of a 13th-century hexagonal castle, famous as the birthplace in 1367 of Henry of Bolingbroke, the future King Henry IV. A Civil War Royalist base, it was besieged and taken by Parliamentarian forces in 1643.
This site is managed by Heritage Lincolnshire.
Before You Go
Parking: There is a small car park on Moat Lane.
Access: Wheelchair access is available at both entrances from Moat Lane. Please note that, although paths are cut in the grass, the ground is uneven in most places.
Facilities: There are no facilities at the castle but the market town of Spilsby, 3 miles to the west, has a variety of shops and places to eat.
Safety: Please be aware that there is water in the moat surrounding the castle.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.
Drone flying: Please follow our Drone guidance
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