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Now one of the country’s best preserved medieval castles, Bolton was originally built, by Sir Richard Le Scrope, to rival the finest and most luxurious homes in the land. Completed in 1399, its scars bear testament to over 600 years of fascinating...more

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Bettyboo999

Kingswinford, United Kingdom

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Dramatic

We passed the Castle on a walk but as we were there in January it was closed but will return on our next visit to the Dales

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Bettyboo999

Thank you for your review. The Castle is open again on the 1st April. We look forward to seeing you.

john s

Lowick Green, United Kingdom

15728

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

history at every turn, and a cafe to boot

I have passed this castle many times in a car and never visited but when cycling past i took the opportunity for this long overdue visit.The tea room ,for want of a better description, offers a good range of fortifying foods. But the inside of...More

Date of experience: May 2018

Thank john s

Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you took the time to visit us and we hope you will visit again soon.

EvaT1574

United Kingdom

14147

Reviewed January 1, 2019

A bit disappointing

It was September when we spent some time in Yorkshire dales and we saw this castle from the road. There is a car park on the site - you need to pay for stay so be prepared to have some coins. The ticket for adult...More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank EvaT1574

Thank you for your review. I am sorry you were disappointed by your visit. We take all feedback seriously to enable us to consistently improve everyone's experience. We hope you will visit again.

Yorkterrier01

York, United Kingdom

395142

Reviewed December 7, 2018

Very Interesting

Not only is this a very well preserved medieval castle but it also has falconry displays that are included with admission. I saw a show with three owls of increasing size and it was very interesting indeed

Date of experience: October 2018

2 Thank Yorkterrier01

Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you enjoyed your visit and we hope to see you again next year.

AndyCorns

Heywood, United Kingdom

28086

Reviewed December 1, 2018

Not open at 10am like stated

Drove up to Bolton Castle on a cold wet December morning. A stunning old castle with great scenery for external photos. Although TripAdisor reports 10am opening there was certainly no staff around and the doors where locked oh well, the outside was worth looking at

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank AndyCorns

Thank you for your visit to the Castle. I am sorry we were closed for your visit. We re-open in February for the half term holiday.

Bronwen L

Cape Town, South Africa

17461

Reviewed November 8, 2018

What a view

It was just incredible to think that Mary Queen of Scots had this view from her prison in the castle- it has an unrivalled view over magnificent Wensleydale. Absolutely beautiful!

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank Bronwen L

Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you enjoyed your visit. Please coma and see us again soon.

559trudif

6

Reviewed November 3, 2018

International conference

I was one of this group who visited the Castle and it was firstly, atmospheric during our meeting in the old kitchen, with wood fires crackling away. Then we had a lovely meal, even minstrels playing. Not to mention period costumes and all manner of...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank 559trudif

Thank you for your comments I am so pleased you enjoyed your visit. We hope you will return soon.

GailW2100

Norwich, United Kingdom

13353

Reviewed November 2, 2018 via mobile

Unspoilt castle

We loved our visit to Bolton Castle, it really is like stepping back in time with certain parts feeling as if very little has changed for hundreds of years. It’s unusual that so many floors and rooms of a castle are intact. We found that...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank GailW2100

Thank you for your review I am so pleased you enjoyed your visit and we hope to see you again soon.

Jack P

11

Reviewed November 2, 2018

Hooray for All Hallows!

We recently attended a Halloween Dinner as a group of four and couldn't have been more pleased with the evening. A bit of a change from welcoming trick or treaters at our door! We were welcomed into the castle and were whisked back in time...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank Jack P

Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you enjoyed the evening and we hope to see you again soon.

MidwichCuckoo

Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom

149

Reviewed November 1, 2018

Experience real and tangible history at Bolton Castle

I am so lucky having this castle local to my home and have come back time and again to enjoy the castle and its setting. Bolton Castle is not your average castle: being part ruin, part complete and not stuffed with unnecessary artefacts and information...More

Date of experience: October 2018

2 Thank MidwichCuckoo

Thank you for your lovely review and comments. I hope to see you again soon.

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CandyS313

We have our daughter’s wedding at the castle but my 92 year old mother cannot climb stairs. What sort of disabled access do you have?

December 31, 2018|

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Hi There is access to the ground floor areas through the portcullis. There are no steps however it is uneven and cobbled. There are steps up to the wedding ceremony and wedding breakfast rooms. Due to the nature of the... More

kezza582

Can you take dogs?

September 27, 2017|

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I don't think dogs are allowed unfortunately.

Lynne M

Hi, I am thinking of visiting here with my son and 82 year old mum. she is ok at walking but not up hills. Is the car park near to the castle or is it a bit of a climb. Thanks.

May 31, 2015|

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Hello, Thank you for your interest in visiting Bolton Castle with your family. The Castle is a slight walk downhill from the car park however you could drop your mum off at the front door if you wished. The only issue is... More

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Born2Wander

USA

Looking for Feedback on 8 day Driving Trip (4 Replies)

I’m looking for feedback on my itinerary for a fall driving trip for two adults that I’ve put together based on research on TA and elsewhere. The current plan is to drive to spend 3 nights in the Lake District, 3 nights in Yorkshire Dales, and 1 night as we work our way back to the airport. I feel confident that the plans for Days 1 – 3 in the Lake District will be at a reasonable pace. We will base in Windermere, Ambleside, or Keswick and hike, take boat ride(s), and generally soak up the...More

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Response fromBorn2Wander|

These look like great suggestions to research for damp weather. I'll be sure to post a trip report when we get back (and post any other questions if I have them). Thank you so much. Your ideas are greatly appreciated.

Shannon H

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Dover Castle and viewing the cliffs with mobility challenges (11 Replies)

I'm considering a day-trip to Dover from London with my parents (late 60s with some mobility challenges). Dad loves military history as well as medieval castles. Earlier in the trip, we'll have been to Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Bolton Castle (Yorkshire), and the Tower of London. I'm keen on seeing the cliffs and Dover Castle looks particularly impressive. Dad walks with a cane and tires easily. Mum is uneasy walking on uneven surfaces and also tires easily. I've researched train...More

August 08, 2017|

Response fromtaurean_traveller122|

Dover Castle is huge and spread out over a large area and a lot of walking involved. When we last visited there was a small "train vehicle" that took you round and you could alight at certain points. Hopefully it's still there

HenleyHead

Over the Rainbow

Route Planning (17 Replies)

We are planning 3 days in Yorkshire. Our B&B is in Stearsby. Day 1 is devoted to York. Day 2 is devoted to Fountains Abbey and Castle Howard. Day 3 (Wed,. Nov.3) we will leave and head north. Many properties in the area will have switched to their winter hours are are closed on Wednesday. I have found Bolton Castle, Bolton Priory, Skipton Castle, Jervaulx Abbey and the Cathedral and Castle in Durham to be open. Of these sites, which would you recommend? Is it even feasible to think we...More

September 15, 2005|

Response fromMorgana|

Hi Day 2 is going to be pretty busy - you could easily spend a day at Fountains Abbey and the water gardens at Studley Royal (all on the same site), and equally there is loads to see at Castle Howard. Fountains is spread over a big area, with a lot of walking to do to see it all,including the deer park and church. But it IS possible, especially if you get to Fountains at soon as it opens (10am I believe). As I live in North Yorks I know all the other sites very well too. My order of...More

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