Restormel Castle

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Nr Lostwithiel
Cornwall
PL22 0EE


Restormel Castle was once the romantic stronghold of Edward, the Black Prince. Set high on a motted mound, this splendid castle ruin is one of the former strongholds of the Dukes of Cornwall.

It was used as a miniature palace and provided lavish accommodation for the Duke and his honoured guests, from which they could look out over a large deer park.

In springtime the banks are covered in daffodils and bluebells and in the summer the site is one of the best picnic spots in Cornwall, boasting superb panoramic views of the peaceful countryside

General Information:

  • Picnics welcome
  • Gift shop
  • Souvenir guide
  • Toilets
  • Free car and coach parking
  • Dogs on lead welcome

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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    21st March to 30th June: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st July to 31st August: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm.

    1st to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st to 31st October: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    Closed 1st November to 31st March 2009.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £2.50; Concession £2.00; Child 5-15yrs £1.30; Child under 5yrss Free.

    English Heritage Members Free.
    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    Car; Off A390, 1½ miles north of Lostwithiel.
    Train: Lostwithiel Station 1½.
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    Restormel Castle Postcode for SatNav: PL22 0EE

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    Best Western The Restormel Lodge Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
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    The Bothy (5 Miles)*
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