Stokesay Castle

Great British Summer Savings

To help celebrate the Great British Summer, VAT on family days out has been cut from 20% to 5% until 1 September – and we’re passing on every penny of savings to you. The saving will be automatically applied when you check out. And don’t forget, you get an extra 15% off tickets when you book in advance.

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A view of the yellow and black gatehouse and the medieval hall at Stokesay Castle from the gardens.
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Open daily, 10am-5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

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Address
Stokesay , Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9AH
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This site is taking part in our Ice Cream Splat Insurance. Between 13 August and 31 August 2026, if a child (or adult) drops their scooped Northern Bloc ice cream, all they need to do is return to the point of purchase with their now empty cone or cup and request a replacement. Check out the full terms and conditions here.

Go forth and lick in confidence. 

A selection of scones and cakes on a counter

Food and drink at Stokesay Castle 

After a busy day exploring the castle, relax and refuel in the tearoom with hot and cold drinks, cakes, toasted ciabattas, ice creams and children's lunch bags, along with alcoholic tipples and treats for your four-legged friends. From April to October we also serve homemade baguettes, and from November to March you can warm up with a bowl of soup.

The tearoom's log burner gives it a cosy cottage feel. If the weather’s fine, take a seat outside to soak up the views of the Shropshire Hills. 

Two children climb and play on the playground at Stokesay Castle on a sunny day.

A brand new play area

Discover a brand-new, thoughtfully designed playground inspired by the castle’s towers and gatehouse. Blending natural materials with inclusive, accessible features, it’s a space created for every child to explore, play and enjoy.

While the little ones play, you can relax nearby in our tearoom with a coffee and a slice of cake, all within easy view of the playground.

Stokesay Castle on the English Heritage Podcast

Curator of Collections and Interiors Cameron Moffett, and Senior Properties Curator Louise Bartlett, discuss a 13th century feast that took place at Stokesay Castle in Shropshire.

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