Overview
Bolton Castle in Wensleydale provides a huge range of exciting things to do in Yorkshire.
From family days out to educational trips and historic tours you will find a raft of sights, sounds and smells which bring the castle to life and make for a truly memorable trip.
Bolton Castle is one of the country’s best preserved medieval castles; originally built as one of the finest and most luxurious homes in the land, the castle bears the scars of over 600 years of fascinating history.
The castle is still in the private ownership of Lord Bolton, the direct descendant of the castle’s original owner Sir Richard le Scrope
Opening
2020
Castle is open daily from 10am to 5pm from the 15th February – 1st November, (except for wedding dates specified below).
- 29th February
- 14th March
- 4th May
- 6th June
- 4th, 10th & 18th July (10th & 18th are ceremonies only and so the Castle will be open but may have restricted times)
- 8th August
- 5th September
- 7th November (provisional)
Find us
Off the A684 from Leyburn and Redmire.
Parking
Car park on site
- £3, refunded when ticket purchased
Admission
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Adults: £8.50
Concessions: £7.00
Family (2 adults, 3 children): £30
Under 5s: Free
Accessibility
- Access statement available
- Accessible parking
Group Visits
We offer a discounted rate on admission for groups of 15 people or more as well as an exciting range of group packages and guided tours.
Please check the website for further information, admission times and details for our special events
Visit websiteWeddings
Thank you very much for showing an interest in a Civil Wedding and/or a reception at Bolton Castle. The castle is steeped in history and has a wonderful atmosphere, which is brought to life when people come to celebrate here.
Set amidst the breath-taking beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, Bolton Castle is a magnificent symbol of longevity which has withstood the test of time. Built on strong foundations, it has survived in a challenging and ever changing world.
At Bolton Castle, you will be given exclusive use of our unique Yorkshire wedding venue for the duration of your celebration.
Corporate Hire
Corporate events
We offer corporate hire.
Opening
2020
Castle is open daily from 10am to 5pm from the 15th February – 1st November, (except for wedding dates specified below).
- 29th February
- 14th March
- 4th May
- 6th June
- 4th, 10th & 18th July (10th & 18th are ceremonies only and so the Castle will be open but may have restricted times)
- 8th August
- 5th September
- 7th November (provisional)
Find us
Off the A684 from Leyburn and Redmire.
Parking
Car park on site
- £3, refunded when ticket purchased
Admission
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Adults: £8.50
Concessions: £7.00
Family (2 adults, 3 children): £30
Under 5s: Free
Accessibility
- Access statement available
- Accessible parking
Group Visits
We offer a discounted rate on admission for groups of 15 people or more as well as an exciting range of group packages and guided tours.
Other opening
Fun Facts
Mary Queen of Scots stayed at the Castle for a number of weeks prior to her execution.