Belvoir Castle
Hilltop citadel and aristocratic mansion overlooking 16,000 acres.
Belvoir, NG32 1PE
Facilities
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Charged parking
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Facilities for children
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Parkland / open spaces
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Picnic area
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Shop
Crowning a hill in rural Leicestershire, Belvoir Castle has been the home to the Duke of Rutland’s family since 1067. With extraordinary views the castle remains as one of the most magnificent and beautiful Regency houses in England.
The ancestral home is the fourth castle to stand on the site and was built in the early 1800s for the 5th Duke and Duchess of Rutland. The current family take great pleasure welcoming visitors and sharing its grand historic beauty which can be seen in the popular Netflix series ‘The Crown’ as it doubles up as Windsor Castle, as well as films such as ‘The Young Victoria’ and ‘Victoria & Abdul’ starring Judi Dench. After a two-year restoration, the gardens at Belvoir Castle now look better than ever. Visitors can explore the estate taking in all classical formal gardens, woodlands and views, leading back to the castle.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Opening Times and Visitor Information for Belvoir Castle
Belvoir Castle offers a variety of attractions and events throughout the year. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for each area and event:
General Opening Times
- Castle: Closed from 31st December to 14th March. Open from 14th March onwards, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, but closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- Gardens & Playground: Open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM.
- Retail Village: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Animal Park: Currently closed.
Special Seasonal Events
- Christmas Experience: From 29th November to 30th December, the Castle is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Gardens & Playground and Retail Village follow their usual hours.
- Christmas Day: All areas are closed.
- Boxing Day: Gardens & Playground open from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Retail Village open from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Castle and Animal Park remain closed.
- New Year's Day: Gardens & Playground open from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Retail Village open from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Castle and Animal Park remain closed.
Guided Tours
- Daily Castle Tours: Available daily at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, lasting 1.5 hours. Price: £5 per person.
- Parkland Bus Tour: Available Thursday to Sunday at 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 3:00 PM. Duration: 1 hour. Price: £5 per person.
Ticket Prices
- Castle, Gardens & Playground: Adult £23.40 online, £26.00 at the ticket office. Child £9.00 online, £10.00 at the ticket office. Concession £21.60 online, £24.00 at the ticket office. Family £70.20 online, £77.80 at the ticket office.
- Gardens & Playground: Adult £9.00 online, £10.00 at the ticket office. Child £5.40 online, £6.00 at the ticket office. Concession £7.20 online, £8.00 at the ticket office.
- Animal Park: Adult and Child £4.50. Under 3s free.
For group visits, special arrangements and discounts are available for groups of 15 or more. Contact the Groups Team for more details.
Belvoir Castle offers a range of seasonal events, guided tours, and activities for visitors of all ages. Plan your visit to enjoy the historic charm and natural beauty of this iconic location.
Please note: Free Entry to Belvoir Castle applies for Historic Houses Members. Please display your membership card on arrival, no need to pre-book. Parking fees apply.
Castle, Garden and Playground entry
Adult: £26
Child: £10
Concession: £24
Family: £60
Garden and Playground tickets available. Please see the website.
Pre-booked group tours can be taken any time. To book group tours contact [email protected] or call on 01476 871006
Getting here
Belvoir, NG32 1PE
Find the exact address on What Three Words:
Castle Car Park: ///talking.functions.twinkling
Engine Yard Car Park: ///patrolled.vine.rosier
Retail Village Car Park is a free short stay car park, length of maximum stay is 2.5 hours.
Castle Car Park is a pay & display car park, for £3 all day.
In the shadow of Belvoir Castle is the Engine Yard. The first retail village of its kind which has been carefully restored from Victorian buildings. Championing local businesses and great British brands, visitors can find delicious food and drink and artisan shopping. A visit to Belvoir Castle truly is far from ordinary.
See Breathtaking Photographs of Belvoir Castle’s Recent Event, ‘Festival of the Horse’
The fields surrounding Belvoir Castle were filled with the sights and sounds of more than 40 horses and their riders in full flow for the first ever Festival of the Horse taking place across an action-packed weekend on 11-12 September...
The Duchess of Rutland
We feel so very fortunate to be acting as custodians for what is a short time in Belvoir’s many centuries of history – to this splendid historic home and estate. We delight in being able to share Belvoir’s many treasures, its history and stories with you.
Why our members love visiting Belvoir Castle
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