Old Wardour Castle

Nr Tisbury
Wiltshire


SP3 6RR


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.
Opening Times
(2009 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.

Admission Charges
(2009 prices)
Adult: £3.40
Children: £1.80
Concession: £2.70

English Heritage Members:Free

Directions
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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Old Wardour Castle Postcode for SatNav: SP3 6RR

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