With 5.37 million members, 10,000 staff and thousands of volunteers, the National Trust is now the biggest conservation charity in Europe, caring for …
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Mar 14, 2025
A brilliant, well-preserved castle. You can either walk round the outside (round the moat) paying no more than the cost of parking but, if you want to go into the interior, then you have to obtain y…Full review by 857geoffh
Mar 9, 2025
The castle itself was incredible & made for a worth while visit. The thigh workout was a nice added extra lol. Climb the Towers & you’ll feel it too. Tips & Suggestions for the National Trust (I …Full review by littletracyh
Feb 17, 2025
Half term Monday 17th - very busy car park with cars queuing on narrow road. Staff member on walkie talkie marshalling the queue was distinctly unhelpful - couldn't care less attitude. Lots of cars p…Full review by Lodgers L
Are the Castle grounds worth a visit? Was wondering how large The grounds are, Are there any gardens or forest areas that could keep our toddler busy for at least a couple hours and worth an our and half drive?
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Grounds are not huge, there is a nice walk outside of the castle not sure there’s is much for a child to get up to though.
If you are a National Trust Member, do you still pay for entry to the castle?
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It's free if you are a National Trust Member. The castle will also offer a discount to admission if you travel down there by steam train-just show them your ticket.
When we went before, there used to be transport (I think a horse and buggy?) between the station and the castle, but apparently this has stopped. As we will have small children (2&4) in tow this time, does anyone know of any other way of getting between these two locations? I don't even remember if taxis are available, it was a long time ago!
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Sorry no transport between the two. It's probably 15minute walk with little children
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