Old Wardour Castle |
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Beautifully sited beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle was built in the late 14th century by John Lord Lovel as a lightly fortified but showy and luxurious residence. A hexagonal tower house ranged round a central courtyard, its form is very unusual in England.
After decorative updating in 1570, the castle was besieged in turn by both sides during the Civil War, and badly damaged. During the 18th century it was incorporated as a romantic ruin into the landscaped grounds of New Wardour House, which was built by Lord Arundell (not managed by English Heritage, no public access). The castle's setting in a Registered Landscape indicates the significance of this hidden jewel.
Part of the Kevin Costner film "Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves", was filmed here.
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Opening Times
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(2008 times)
21 Mar-30 Jun, daily 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug, daily 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep, daily 10am-5pm 1-31 Oct, daily 10am-4pm 1 Nov-31 Mar, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed 24-26 Dec 2008 & 1 Jan 2009. |
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Admission Charges
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(2008 prices)
Adult:£3.50Children:£1.80 Concession:£2.80 English Heritage Members:Free |
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Directions
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Road Access: Located off A30 2 miles SW of Tisbury. Also accessible from A350(narrow rural roads), coaches approach with care Train Access: Tisbury 2 1/2 miles Bus Access: Wilts & Dorset 26 Salisbury - Shaftesbury (passes Tisburyrailway station) |
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Nearby Attractions
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Chettle House
(8 Miles)*
In 1710 Thomas Archer was commissioned to build the existing Chettle House. The house has no corners, all corners are rounded in common with the Archer style similar to those at the Church in Smith Square in London. |
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Wilton House
(10 Miles)*
Wilton house, 450 year old home to the Earl of Pembroke, provides a fascinating insight into British history. |
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Edmondsham House and Gardens
(12 Miles)*
Edmonsham House is a fine Tudor Manor House with Georgian additions, which has remained within the ownership of the same family since the sixteenth Century. |
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