One of England's most picturesque castles, playing an important role in the nation's history for over 1,000 years.
Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, GL54 5LP
Facilities
- Accessible loos
- Accessible parking
- Bike storage facilities
- Cafe / restaurant
- Facilities for children
- Free parking
- Parkland / open spaces
- Picnic area
- Shop
We recognise that a historic site can present access difficulties. Sudeley Castle staff are always happy to help our visitors – please do not hesitate to ask.
Please note that the castle rooms and exhibition areas are unsuitable for wheelchair users. A circular route around the gardens is wheelchair accessible although some visitors may require assistance from their companion.
A full access statement is available https://sudeleycastle.co.uk/plan-your-visit/access-information
Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, Sudeley Castle & Gardens has played an important role in England’s history for over 1,000 years.
The castle rooms and exhibits contain many fascinating treasures, from ancient Roman times to the present day.
Outside, the castle is surrounded by a breath-taking 1,200 acre estate and ten award-winning gardens. The centrepiece is the Queens Garden, so named because four of England’s queens – Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey and Elizabeth I – once walked upon the original Tudor Parterre.
Sudeley Castle & Gardens is also the only private castle in England to have a queen buried within its grounds – Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six wives. Today visitors can explore the beautiful 15th-century church where she lies entombed.
The whole family can explore the castle’s fascinating past and enjoy a host of exciting events throughout the year. Children will love scaling the wooden fort and whizzing on the zip wire in the famed Adventure Playground, as well as tackling the brand new 10-piece assault course. Discover the Sudeley Sculpture Safari too, with animals great and small sharing their CoExistence stories to inspire and inform.
We have two cafes on site that deliver tasty, locally sourced hot food along with a fresh grab-and-go offer for all to enjoy in the new, relaxed dining space.
We have a team of experienced Guides to host a selection of tours, from daily introductory tours to the more exclusive ‘behind the castle walls’ tours through the family’s private apartments.
Please note: The information on the Historic Houses website is advisory, but please always check the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling.
20 March – 5 November, daily.
Site opens 10am
Castle 11am-4pm
Last admission 3pm
Site closes 5pm
Known closures – 6 May and 5 August
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Members can pre-book online through our website but select the complimentary ticket, one for each person visiting. Then on arrival they should show their ticket with their HH card.
Adults/Concession: £19.50
Children (3-15 Years): £8.75
Children under 3 Years: Free
Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children aged 3-15 years): £48.00.
Sudeley Castle & Gardens extends a very warm welcome to anyone hoping to make a group booking with us.
We offer a number of perks for large parties over 15+ pax including: preferential rates; free places for tour guides and drivers; meal vouchers for drivers; dedicated free coach parking; as well as free familiarisation visits for group leaders.
Group visits must be pre-booked in advance and full information can be found on Sudeley Castle’s website https://sudeleycastle.co.uk/plan-your-visit/group-bookings
We recognise that a historic site can present access difficulties. Sudeley Castle staff are always happy to help our visitors – please do not hesitate to ask.
Please note that the castle rooms and exhibition areas are unsuitable for wheelchair users. A circular route around the gardens is wheelchair accessible although some visitors may require assistance from their companion.
A full access statement is available https://sudeleycastle.co.uk/plan-your-visit/access-information
Getting here
Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, GL54 5LP
Sudeley Castle & Gardens is situated near Winchcombe, 8 miles north east of Cheltenham on the B4632 (A46) or just 10 miles from junction 9 of the M5. For Satnavs, our postcode is GL54 5LP.
We offer ample FREE parking and disabled parking.
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