Castle Ward House & Demesne

A truly beautiful 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne with walking trails, exotic garden, stunning vistas and picturesque farmyard

This truly beautiful 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne with walking trails, exotic garden, stunning vistas and picturesque farmyard, will unlock your imagination through family history, leisure pursuits, events and industrial heritage.

The 18th-century eccentric house with two distinctly different styles, classical and Gothic, will entice you to explore further.

Grounds open all year. House open 10 March - 30 September. See website for times

Grounds Adult: £7, Child: £3.50, Family: £17.50. House Tour Adult: £4, Child: £2, Family: £10. Groups: £2.20. Group Price (Both): £6

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