Oswestry, Shropshire
Whittington Castle
Whittington Castle
Whittington Castle
Please note that the Castle car park fee has now increased to £2 for 24 hours of parking at the Castle. During lockdown the Castle became V.A.T. rated and now has to pay V.A.T. on all car park money collected. If you visit the Castle on a regular basis please consider joining as a member… [Read More]
The swan master has been to the castle on Friday 14th August 2020 and he has now given all 7 cygnets and Benedict their identity numbered leg bands. He was really pleased how well they are doing. He had to go and find them as they had disappeared down the river. However this made the… [Read More]
Whittington Castle Preservation Trust would like to thank all visitors, members and supporters of the Castle in this current crisis. It is with your help that we have managed to raise over £11k in donations. We still need your donations to reach our £50k target and to complete the alterations necessary in order to open… [Read More]
We are currently OPEN FROM WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY FROM 11AM-2PM WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11AM-3PM FOR TAKE-AWAY DRINKS, CAKES & ICE-CREAM CARD PAYMENTS OR EXACT MONEY ONLY PLEASE
VINTAGE AFTERNOON TEA – BOOK NOW FOR MOTHERING SUNDAY – 22ND MARCH 2020 £12.50 each or 2 for £24 special offer. Telephone 01691 662500 to discuss sandwich choices and cakes etc. Booking is essential
Join your Guide for a historic walking tour of the Castle grounds and the rooms inside. Learn about its fascinating history and changes over the years. Then warm up with a hot drink and mince pie or cake in our Castle Tearoom. Assemble in the tearoom for the start of the tour at 12 noon.
MANCHESTER’S REGIMENT OF FOOTE – ENGLISH CIVIL WAR – LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND £5 PER ADULT & CHILDREN ENTRANCE IS FREE. Open 10-4pm each day. A small living history camp portraying the siege that took place in 1643, where the parliament forces attacked the castle. During each day the living history will be open to the… [Read More]
Welcome to all Lords & Ladies, Free Men & Peasants We are The House Of The Black Star. We serve under the banner of the Black Star, House of Fitzwarren, Protectors to the Fitzwarren family. We are a medieval re-enactment society covering Historical period of 1240 to 1350 and it is our primary goal to provide accurate… [Read More]
Open 10-4pm each day. The cost will be £1 per adult donation. Living History Weekend The Beaufort Companye portrays the household of a retainer to the Dukes of Somerset and the Beaufort Family during the late 15th Century, specifically the period known as the War of the Roses. There aim is to bring to the… [Read More]
A Tudor period surveying party who will portray the events after the death of the last heir of the Fitz-Warine family when the castle was handed to the crown. They are hoping for a special visitor (King Henry V111) to pop in to have a look for himself in case it would make a good hunting lodge. They will… [Read More]
Very special guest appearance by the Shropshire Boatmen at the Castle on Saturday 27th July at 7.30pm. Come and listen to the history of our local canals and waterways in song. Tearoom open and also a bar. Book early to avoid disappointment. Join us for a lovely evening. Why not come in fancy dress or… [Read More]
Open 10-4pm each day. The cost will be £5 per adult donation and £1 per child Multi Period Living History Weekend with groups from different periods of history to demonstrate how people lived, worked and fought through the ages. Includes demonstrations, talks and encampments.. Open 10-4pm each day. £5 per adult and £1 per child…. [Read More]
The House of The Black Star present a 1940’s themed day at the Castle. Browse their stalls, play the traditional games and learn about rations and life on the Home Front.
£5 per Adult and £1 per child entrance donation to this event Unlike most Viking groups we are, first and foremost, crafts based. Therefore you will get range of Viking Age crafts, skills and pastimes on display. We also have Viking dressing up for both children and adults, for that perfect family photo to remember… [Read More]
Welcome to all Lords & Ladies, Free Men & Peasants We are The House Of The Black Star. We serve under the banner of the Black Star, House of Fitzwarren, Protectors to the Fitzwarren family. We are a medieval re-enactment society covering Historical period of 1240 to 1350 and it is our primary goal to provide accurate… [Read More]
The April Fools’ Car Show is a free local show that features classic, vintage, veteran, and interesting vehicles of all sorts. Over 100 vehicles are expected, and will be on show in the grounds of the castle. Open 10-4pm, entrance is free with a £1 car parking charge and or a donation to Whittington Castle. Contact… [Read More]
Greetings-from-The-House-Of-The-Black-Star Welcome to all Lords & Ladies, Free Men & Peasants We are The House Of The Black Star. We serve under the banner of the Black Star, House of Fitzwarren, Protectors to the Fitzwarren family. We are a medieval re-enactment society covering Historical period of 1240 to 1350 and it is our primary goal to provide… [Read More]
Join your Guide for a Historic Walking Tour of the grounds/Ruins/indoor rooms. Tour should last approximately 40-50 mins and then warm up in the Castle Tearoom with a hot drink and a mince pie or cake. Cost is £5 per person. No need to book just get your ticket from the Castle shop on arrival.
