Sherborne Old Castle


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Castleton
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3SA

Tel: 01935 812730
Fax: 01935 812730
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Built by Bishop Roger of Salisbury in the 12th century as a strongly defended palace, Sherborne Old Castle became a powerful Royalist base during the Civil War.

Described as 'malicious and mischievous' by Cromwell, it fell in 1645 after a fierce eleven-day siege.

Discover the castle's wildlife with our bird and bug hunting backpacks for families (subject to avaiability).

Sherborne 'New' Castle is nearby.
Opening Times
(2011 times)
1st -30th September:
Daily 10.00 17.00

1st - 31st October:
Daily 10.00 - 16.00

1st November - 31st March 2012:
Closed

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Adult: £3.40.
Child: £2.00. Child under 5 yrs Free.
Concession: £3.10.

English Heritage Members Free
U5s free

Directions
Road Access: Located 1/2 mile E of Sherborne, off B3145
Train Access: Sherborne 3/4 mile
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Sherborne Old Castle Postcode for SatNav: DT9 3SA

Nearby Attractions
Sherborne Castle (< 1 Mile)*
The present Sherborne Castle was built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and has been the Stately Home of the Digby family since 1617.
Sherborne Museum (1 Mile)*
Sherborne Museum, with over 15,000 items of local history, is in the heart of the town close to five of the most ancient buildings in its history: the Abbey, Sherborne School, the Almshouse, the Conduit and the Old Church House.
Minterne Gardens (8 Miles)*
The Minterne Valley, landscaped in the manner of Capability Brown in the 18th century, has been the home of the Churchill and Digby families for over 350 years.
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Nearby Hotels
Eastbury Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
In Georgian days, the Eastbury was a private residence. It is now an elegant hotel with a peaceful garden and excellent food, offering free parking.
Sherborne Hotel (1 Mile)*
Surrounded by pleasant lawns and mature trees, this attractive modern property located a few minutes' walk from the centre of the historic North Dorset market town.
Globe & Crown (Formerly Globetrotters) (6 Miles)*
Centrally located in the market town of Yeovil, this friendly, privately-run hotel provides good access to Devon and the South-West. The Westland Conference and Leisure Complex is also less than 5 minutes' drive away.
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Nearby Self Catering
Jasmine Cottage (8 Miles)*
Jasmine Cottage and Rose Cottage are two self-catering cottages, each sleeping 3 people. The single-storey cottages are located in the grounds of the owners' 15th century thatched cottage in the peaceful hamlet of Newton.
Birds Nest (9 Miles)*
The Birds Nest has been converted from a traditional cow byre, to provide comfortable holiday accommodation, which retaines the charm of a country cottage.
The Ancient Barn (9 Miles)*
This is a 600 year old cruck barn, cleverly converted to retain as many original features as possible. Wonderful old beams! It is set in pretty countryside next to a small working farm - the nearest small market town Castle Cary.
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