Kenilworth Castle

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Kenilworth
Warwickshire
CV8 1NE

Tel: +44 (0)1926 852 078
Fax: +44 (0)1926 852 514
Web: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/kenilworthcastle


There's a fascinating journey through hundreds of years of history at Kenilworth Castle - once the scene of Royal battles in the Middle Ages. The scene of Tudor grandeur and glory during the times of Elizabeth I. The scene of conflict and bitter rebellion that came with the Civil War. Tread where Kings and Queens danced and dined and marvel at the majesty of the Great Hall.

Stroll or picnic in the Tudor gardens. Take in the stunning countryside views, with the Millenium trail from the castle to The Pleasurance one of the best ways to enjoy them. Kenilworth Castle has been intimately linked with some of the most important names and events in English history. There were 'Bad' King John, Simon de Montfort, the Barons War, Henry VIII, Robert Dudley Earl of Leicester and of course Elizabeth I.

Robert Dudley transformed Kenilworth from an ancient Norman Castle into one of the greatest Tudor palaces so that he could entertain Elizabeth in style. When she visited in 1575, she was greeted by nymphs on a floating island and was treated to '19 days of princely pleasure'.

After the Civil War, Kenilworth was partially demolished by Parliamentary troops and it fell into ruin. The castle was saved for the nation in 1938. It remains a powerful reminder of great leaders, their glories and their pleasures, as well as of rebellion. It is one of the largest castle ruins in England. Simon Schama's team described Kenilworth as a historian's dream whilst filming 'A History of Britain'.

General Information:

  • Parking
  • Cafe
  • Toilets
  • Audio tour included in price (not on event days)
  • Picnic area
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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    21st March to 31st October:
    Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st November to 28th February: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    1st to 28th February:
    Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    1st to 31st March:
    Daily10.00am - 5.00pm.

    Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult 6.20; Concession 5.00; Child 5-15yrs 3.10; Child under 5yrs Free of charge; Family (2+3) 15.50.

    English Heritage Members Free of charge.
    Group discounts available.
    Prices may vary at special events.

    Directions
    In Kenilworth off A46.
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