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Lancaster Castle

Discover one of the most important historic monuments in the North West ...

Lancaster Castles Norman Keep

This fascinating Grade 1 listed building has dominated Lancaster for almost 1000 years and is one of the best preserved and hardest working castles in the country.

See the place where the Lancashire Witches were convicted and condemned to die. Experience the dungeons and imagine what it was like to have been imprisoned there. Visit the Crown Court where thousands of convicts were transported to Australia and then marvel at the beautiful Gillow furniture in the Grand Jury Room and the famous display of heraldry in The Shire Hall.

Lancaster Castle also has a regular programme of theatrical and musical evenings for which early booking is highly recommended.

Opening Hours

Facilities

Parking within 100 metres, shop, admittance to guide dogs, limited access for disabled users, theatre event

Admission Charges

Adults : £5.00

Concession : £4.00

Adult Season Ticket: £6.00

Adult Multi-Pass £10.00

Family & Friends Multi-Pass £18.00

Themed evening tours available for group bookings

Tours available for pre-booked school groups

Estimated Visiting Time : 1.5 hours

Lancaster Castle Museum has been accredited with Visit Britain’s Quality Assured Visitor Attraction award. This quality marque offers reassurance to visitors of quality standards at attractions throughout England.