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Whittington Castle

Oswestry, Shropshire

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Visit Us

The Castle grounds are open all year round.

There is free admission to Castle ruins although, at times, some event entry prices may apply.

We are a self-funding Castle, so car parking fees apply at all times. Please pay at the machine or in the shop when open.

See our Events page for events and entry prices.

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Dogs

Dogs are welcome! All we ask is that your dog is always on a lead, and please clear up after them.

Accessibility

Please note that the viewing mound cannot be accessed by wheelchairs users and care must be taken on steps, especially in wet weather.

Group Tours/Guided Walks

Arrange a pre-booked individual or group guided tour or talks during the day or evening (daylight hours only).

We can accommodate groups of eight or more with lunch.

Schools and Education

Whittington Castle welcomes school groups for educational visits.

We offer activities linked to the National Curriculum and will always discuss your needs and learning objectives in advance. Visits generally last for four hours, usually from 10-2pm

Please phone our General Manager on 01691 662500 to talk to us about your requirements. Alternatively email info@whittingtoncastle.co.uk

Directions to Whittington Castle

Whittington Castle
Castle Street
Whittington
Oswestry
Shropshire SY11 4DF

By Rail:

The nearest Railway Station is Gobowen on the Chester to Birmingham line and is two miles from Whittington. There are taxi numbers at the station.

By Bus

Whittington is on Arriva route D70 (THIS HAS CHANGED UPDATE NEEDED) which runs between Oswestry and Shrewsbury.

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Upcoming Events

  1. Jubilee Street Party

    June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  2. A Midsummer Nights Dream

    June 5 @ 7:00 pm
  3. Green Fair

    June 18 - June 19
  4. Great Expectations

    July 2 @ 7:00 pm
  5. Plant Hunters Fair

    July 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  6. Alice in Wonderland

    July 21 @ 2:00 pm
  7. War of the Roses Re-enactment

    August 13 - August 14

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Venue Hire

Weddings, civil ceremonies and celebrations at Whittington Castle.

If you are looking for an intimate and cosy venue within an enchanting and romantic setting look no further than Whittington Castle, some of which dates from the C12th and has links to the Holy Grail.  We cater for weddings, civil ceremonies and celebrations, be it an informal lunch or a formal gathering.

Schools & Education

Whittington Castle welcomes school groups for educational visits on Mondays and Tuesdays.

We offer activities linked to the National Curriculum and will always discuss your needs in advance.  Visits generally last for four hours, usually from 10-2pm

Please phone our General Manager on 01691 662500 to talk to us about your requirements.  Alternatively email info@whittingtoncastle.co.uk

Group Tours / Guided Walks

Arrange a pre-booked individual or group guided tour or talks during the day or evening (daylight hours only).

We can accommodate groups of eight or more with lunch.

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Contact The Castle

Click here to Email the Castle
Phone: 01691 662 500

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© Whittington Castle

Whittington
Oswestry
Shropshire SY11 4DF

Tel 01691 662500
info@whittingtoncastle.co.uk

Free Entrance

£2.00 to park via the Pay and Display Machine

Charity Number 1075248

Castle Opening Times

Grounds always open!

kitchen@thecastle open: 10am-4pm, Wednesday to Sunday all year & Bank Holiday Mondays

Please check regularly for updates

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We can only survive with support from our own income and those kind enough to donate to the Castle.

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