Sherborne Old Castle
Castleton
SHERBORNE
Dorset
DT9 3SA
SHERBORNE
Dorset
DT9 3SA
Awards
- Visit Britain
We're Good to Go 2020
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Opening Times
| Spring Opening (1 April 2021 - 30 June 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
| Summer Opening (1 July 2021 - 31 August 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00* |
| Winter Opening (1 September 2021 - 2 November 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
* Closed - 1st Nov 2010 - 31st March 2011.
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to changeGuide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £4.70 per ticket |
| Child (5-15) | £2.80 per ticket |
| Concession | £4.20 per ticket |
| Family (2 adults, up to 3 children) | £12.20 per ticket |
Free entry for English Heritage members
Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 01:00
- In countryside - Close to Sherborne town.
- Max group size - 50
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Payment Methods
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 11
- Special group rates
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Access Information
PARKING
Parking is provided for visitors
Parking on site
With designated parking for visitors with disabilities
Within about 50 metres of the attraction
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
With a ramp
ATTRACTION ENTRANCE
Ramp to the main entrance
STAFF
Staff have had disability awareness training
GENERAL
Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Some routes
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users
Some routes
This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is B3145. Located 0.5 mile east of Sherborne off B3145.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Sherborne (less than a mile away).
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