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Beeston Castle offers one of the most spectacular castle views in England. On a clear day from Beeston Crag, 350 feet above the Cheshire Plain, you can gaze across 8 counties from the Pennines in the east to Wales in the west - it's a fine reward for an energetic climb.
Inspired by tales of impregnable hilltop strongholds in the Holy Land, the castle was a royal fortress until it fell to a 12 month siege in the Civil War. The 'Castle of the Rock' exhibition explains the site's 4,000 year history and is well worth a visit.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
1st April to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm.1st October to 31st March: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 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 £4.00; Concession £3.00; Child 5-15 yrs £2.00; Under 5yrs Free.English Heritage Members free. Group discounts available. |
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Directions
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Car: 11 miles SE of Chester on minor road off A49 or A41. Train: Chester Station 10 miles. |
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(5 Miles)*
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(< 1 Mile)*
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(3 Miles)*
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