Coaches can set down or pick up in Hormworks car park. Parking for disabled drivers only in the castle precinct. 15% discount for groups of 11 or more plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Access to castle and grounds: Inner and outer bailey accessible to wheelchair users via mainly impacted gravel paths and some rough grass; assistance may be necessary. Many steps to the towers. Ambulant disabled visitors can usually use steps to towers and dungeons with assistance; handrails in North and South Towers. Benches provided. Wheelchair users must retrace their steps to avoid exit turnstiles. Toilets: Adapted unisex WC near car park but RADAR key is needed.
Refreshments: Castle Cottage Tea Room (near car park) has level access.
Open
1 Apr - 30 Sep 2003: 10am - 6pm
Oct 2003: 10am - 5pm
1 Nov 2003 - 31 Mar 2004: 10am - 4pm Wed - Sun
Closed
24-26 Dec 2003 & 1 Jan 2004
Admission charges
Adults £3.00
Children £1.50
Concession £2.30
EH Members Free
Discounts
English Heritage
Description
One of Britain’s oldest and most important strongholds, with fortifications surviving from three distinct periods: Roman, medieval and Second World War.
Key artists and exhibits
Roman, medieval and Second World War fortifications
Disability Access
Audio guides specifically for blind and partially sighted people
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to some public areas
