House with lavish interiors, an adventure playground, junior assault course and a treetop walkway.
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Rating breakdown
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5 ★77%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Eastnor Castle?
- Eastnor Castle is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 2,579 reviews.
- Where is Eastnor Castle located?
- Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RL, United Kingdom
- How can I contact Eastnor Castle?
- Phone: +44 1531 633160 · Website: eastnorcastle.com
An excellent day out for young and old alike. The fake castle is really well and tastefully furnished with historic fittings and furnishings, including many genuine suits of armour. Outside, the maze is trickier than it appears, and there is plenty to entertain the kids including a permanent obstacle course as well as ad hoc events in lovely surroundings.
Impressive castle and grounds! Lovely day out visiting with so much history and also great outdoors rooted around with lovely sights of the castle. Getting there is a little tricky and have to plan your visit when the castle is open (usually Sunday) but well worth it.
A new favourite place to go.
We honestly couldn't fault it.
Getting there is easy, M5 J8, M50 ... you're there.
Ample free car parking.
Every weekend is a different themed event.
Cafe is crewed by slow uncommunicative teenagers, so a queue forms very quickly and doesn't go down quickly. But places employ zombie teenagers everywhere, that's just life as a functioning grown up, had to be accepted 😆
We honestly couldn't fault it.
Getting there is easy, M5 J8, M50 ... you're there.
Ample free car parking.
Every weekend is a different themed event.
Cafe is crewed by slow uncommunicative teenagers, so a queue forms very quickly and doesn't go down quickly. But places employ zombie teenagers everywhere, that's just life as a functioning grown up, had to be accepted 😆
An excellent day out. Easy parking, short walk too the castle. Dogs allowed inside the castle rooms. Additional bonus was the archery that was on for kids and adults alike. There was also a super car event on that had some to cats on display. With checking which events are on. Plenty of walks of various difficulty. Loads of good play areas for kids. Full cafe services and ice cream Parlours. Very dog friendly.
Great place, with wonderful staff. Super walks and the castle is so interesting 👍🥰
Eastnor Castle runs a number of events during the year.
We visited a steam rally this weekend and it was absolutely amazing. Lots of visitors, lots to see and the castle grounds themselves are beautiful. Digital ticket was bookable online and was reasonably priced for a family. Once you were inside, apart from food and drink there was nothing to pay for. Definitely worth a visit..
We visited a steam rally this weekend and it was absolutely amazing. Lots of visitors, lots to see and the castle grounds themselves are beautiful. Digital ticket was bookable online and was reasonably priced for a family. Once you were inside, apart from food and drink there was nothing to pay for. Definitely worth a visit..
Lovely castle with guided tours. We had a walk around the lake, but take care if it's been raining as it was steep in places and my husband slipped down a bank. Lovely cafe although only one lady serving so was unable to make sandwiches for a customer.
Beautiful location, fascinating history and completely dog friendly.
In an idyllic and tranquil setting, the magnificent Eastnor Castle is well worth the visit for the grounds and walks alone. Whether round the lake, or longer through the estate, there is something for everyone’s level of stamina and the tranquility of the setting is breathtaking, as are the views.
The castle is full of fascinating history, made all the more ‘real’ knowing that the family still live in it. And for those of us on holiday with our dogs, this is a rare treat - dogs are welcome everywhere including in the castle. The National Trust should take note! How fabulous to be able to visit and not have to leave one of the family waiting outside with our four legged friends.
It’s hardly surprising to find that Eastnor is a busy wedding and film location, booked out at weekends for months (probably years) ahead. How gorgeous it must be as a bride to walk down the sweeping staircase and for the bridal party to stay in the 14 bedrooms available in the castle. Stuff of fairytales, literally.
A special mention also to the toilets, located in the archway turrets as you approach the castle. These have to be some of the best loos ever! Clean, spacious, fragrant and elegant. When you see facilities like this it really makes you wonder why this isn’t achievable everywhere. Again, the NT could learn a thing or two!
The only slight disappointment was the tea room, serving only sandwiches and drinks, all in takeaway cups. That felt completely at odds with the surroundings. Pretty crockery and hearty soup would have been welcome, but maybe they just don’t need the extra headache of a better menu.
Other than that (a small gripe and only because it was such a cold and miserable day) it was a truly wonderful day out.
NB We visited in August - 4 adults and 2 dogs. We saw many families with children there having a wonderful time playing in the woodland play spaces, navigating the maze, and generally having a great day out, so there is something for all ages. Great value for money.
In an idyllic and tranquil setting, the magnificent Eastnor Castle is well worth the visit for the grounds and walks alone. Whether round the lake, or longer through the estate, there is something for everyone’s level of stamina and the tranquility of the setting is breathtaking, as are the views.
The castle is full of fascinating history, made all the more ‘real’ knowing that the family still live in it. And for those of us on holiday with our dogs, this is a rare treat - dogs are welcome everywhere including in the castle. The National Trust should take note! How fabulous to be able to visit and not have to leave one of the family waiting outside with our four legged friends.
It’s hardly surprising to find that Eastnor is a busy wedding and film location, booked out at weekends for months (probably years) ahead. How gorgeous it must be as a bride to walk down the sweeping staircase and for the bridal party to stay in the 14 bedrooms available in the castle. Stuff of fairytales, literally.
A special mention also to the toilets, located in the archway turrets as you approach the castle. These have to be some of the best loos ever! Clean, spacious, fragrant and elegant. When you see facilities like this it really makes you wonder why this isn’t achievable everywhere. Again, the NT could learn a thing or two!
The only slight disappointment was the tea room, serving only sandwiches and drinks, all in takeaway cups. That felt completely at odds with the surroundings. Pretty crockery and hearty soup would have been welcome, but maybe they just don’t need the extra headache of a better menu.
Other than that (a small gripe and only because it was such a cold and miserable day) it was a truly wonderful day out.
NB We visited in August - 4 adults and 2 dogs. We saw many families with children there having a wonderful time playing in the woodland play spaces, navigating the maze, and generally having a great day out, so there is something for all ages. Great value for money.
Went to a medieval event today and it was fantastic 👏 kudos to the knights and peasants alike was thoroughly enjoyable and and educational. The grounds themselves were stunning and plenty of vistas for all to see I recommend anyone to take a trip to the castle.
A thoroughly lovely afternoon out. The Castle was very interesting, the lakeside walk was very relaxing and the maze was great fun.
Next time we shall bring a picnic and stay longer!
Next time we shall bring a picnic and stay longer!
Brilliant day out for families. My daughter loved the adventure playground, rope swings and maze. Really well looked after and lots to see.
Fantastic time watching the dinosaur entertainment. Lovely walks with some amazing trees. A good maze and children's play area. Tea room has some amazing cakes.
It was great. The grounds were lovely and there was plenty for our little lad to do. It was quite reasonably priced too.
Great day out at the castle and vintage and steam weekend. Kids loved it.
If your thinking of getting food there get ot early que is very long and moves very slow.
If your thinking of getting food there get ot early que is very long and moves very slow.
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