Ashby de la Zouch Castle |
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Ashby - a royalist stronghold
Tour the impressive ruins of a grand medieval castle within extensive and beautiful grounds. See the original setting for many of the scenes in Sir Walter Scott's classic tale 'Ivanhoe' and learn about the dramatic siege of Ashby with our free audio tour. Climb the magnificent 24 metre
Hastings Tower, split in two during the Civil War, offering superb views over the surrounding countryside. Explore the kitchen tunnel used in the siege - but bring a torch! There is a guide book and a gift shop, picnics welcome.
English Heritage special events are held at the castle - please telephone for details.
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
1st April to 30th June: Monday, Thursday to Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm. 1st July to 31st August: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm. 1st September to 31st October: Monday, Thursday to Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm. 1st November to 31st March: Monday, Thursday to Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm. 24th to 26th December and 1st January: Closed. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Adult £3.40; Concession £2.60; Child £1.70; Family £8.50.English Heritage Members Free |
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Directions
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By car: In Ashby de la Zouch, 12 miles south of Derby on A511. By bus: Telephone +44(0)1332 292 200 for details. By train: Burton-on-Trent 9 miles. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Museum
(< 1 Mile)*
Ashby Museum re-opened on Easter Saturday 2007, with a new two-storey extension housing a Community Room and Archives Room, and two revamped Exhibition Galleries. |
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Snibston Discovery Park
(4 Miles)*
Visit Snibston and see the £1.4 million makeover. Try and lift a Mini Cooper in the brand new hands on gallery Extra Ordinary, which shows how technology has affected our every day life. |
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The Manor House
(4 Miles)*
Step back in time and experience how people really lived in Medieval, Tudor and Stuart Times at Donington le Heath Manor House. |
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