Lancaster Castle

General information

Why not take a tour around one of the UK's most significant historic monuments.
Lancaster Castle also has a programme of special events throughout the year. More details can be found on the website www.lancastercastle.com

With origins dating all the way back to the Romans, this fascinating collection of buildings has been a centre for justice, incarceration and penal reform for almost 1,000 years.

Our knowledgeable and friendly tour guides will take you through tales of witchcraft, religious persecution, crime and punishment, rehabilitation and release throughout the ages.
You will get to stand in the dock, raise your left hand to be sworn in and understand the meaning of 'to be sent down'. You can try out one of our medieval cells for size and enjoy one of Europe's most extensive collection of heraldic shields hanging on the walls of the breathtaking Shire Hall. From Richard the Lionheart to Elizabeth II, all the Monarchs of England are represented there, together with the High Sheriffs of Lancashire, from 1189 to the present day.

The tour finishes in C-Wing where you can view cells used up until 2011 before being 'released' to enjoy the rest of your day.

Please note: While every effort is made to open these buildings up for public viewing, Lancaster Castle is still used as a Crown Court. If the Court is sitting, it may not be possible to view all rooms. Similarly, restoration works underway at the Castle to repair its historic fabric mean that public access to all areas of the Castle is subject to public safety and security considerations.

TICKET PRICES:

Adults £8,
Concessions £6.50,
Family £20 (Our family tickets are flexible: two adults and up to any two concessions or one adult and any three concessions)

Accompanying Registered Carers are admitted free.

Access into the castle can be restrictive, due to uneven surfaces, staircases and cobbles.

Please note that young people under the age of sixteen must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have any questions about access or booking tours for your visit, please call us on 01524 64998