Skipton Castle
Skipton Castle is based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, and offers a professional and friendly team to help you have a great time and enjoy the experiences available.
Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.
Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War. View the Banqueting Hall, the Kitchen, the Bedchamber and Privy. Climb from the depths of the Dungeon to the top storey of the Watch Tower.
Activities at Skipton Castle include:
- Self-Guiding Tour
- Annual Pass Friends of Skipton Castle
We have also included their opening times and contact details. If you have any questions, you can contact the venue directly.
Facilities
Activities available in this location
Open Times
Contact
Skipton
Yorkshire
BD23 1AW
Gallery
Self-Guiding Tour
Age Appropriate
- Children
- Teenagers
- Adults
Location
- Outdoor
- Indoor
Visit one of Britain's best-preserved Castles
Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.
Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War. View the Banqueting Hall, the Kitchen, the Bedchamber and Privy. Climb from the depths of the Dungeon to the top storey of the Watch Tower.
Imagine what life was like when Skipton Castle provided protection and security from invaders. Relax in the picnic area or in the new tea room or visit the shop for more information.
Even now more historic finds are being discovered. Recently an ancient well was uncovered, helping to explain how the castle garrison survived the siege of 1643-5.
Every visitor to the Castle is given a comprehensive Tour Sheet (available in 10 languages) with 40 drawings and descriptions of interesting features.
Annual Pass Friends of Skipton Castle
Age Appropriate
- Children
- Teenagers
- Adults
Location
- Outdoor
- Indoor
The Friends of Skipton Castle membership enables you to visit the castle regularly for no repeat cost. Plus a 10% discount on purchases from the gift shop and Clifford Tea Rooms.
As a Friend of Skipton Castle you may bring up to three children (below the age of 18) with you when you visit the Castle