Sherborne Old Castle

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.

Sherborne 'New' Castle is nearby.

 

Opening Times
(2008 times)
1 Apr-30 Jun, daily 10am-5pm
1 July-31 Aug, daily 10am-6pm
1-30 Sep, daily 10am-5pm
1-31 Oct, daily 10am-4pm

Last admission 30 minutes before closing time.
Closed 1 Nov 2008 - 31 Mar 2009.

Admission Charges
(2008 prices)
Adult: £2.50
Children: £1.30
Concession: £2.00

English Heritage Members: Free

Other:Joint ticket for Sherborne Castle and Grounds £5.50.

Directions
Road Access: Located 1/2 mile E of Sherborne, off B3145
Train Access: Sherborne 3/4 mile
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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.
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The Manor Hotel was built in 1727 and is only minutes from Yeovil town centre. The building is full of character, with a large conservatory, overlooking the garden for morning coffee or afternoon tea.
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Located A303, 6 miles north of Yeovil, this Travelodge provides guests with contemporary quality accommodation with spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities and free parking, which all make Travelodges terrific value.
Moonfleet Manor Hotel (20 Miles)*
Set in five acres of its own grounds, surrounded by idyllic Dorset countryside, the Moonfleet Manor Hotel overlooks Chesil Beach and The Fleet nature reserve.
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