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Visitors at Penrhyn Castle
Visitors at Penrhyn Castle
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Looking for castles to visit near you? The UK is home to over 4,000 castles, from Mediaeval to Gothic, archaeological ruins to those still inhabited by nobility.

Whether you are searching for an extravagant English Heritage site complete with moat and gardens or a secluded fortress on the rugged Scottish landscape, you will find many castles have exhibitions about the local history and hold outdoor events during the summer months.

Use our guide to start planning your UK castle visit today.

Must-see museums

Visit these UK castles with your National Art Pass
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Dean Castle & Country Park

Kilmarnock
Scotland
Museum

Carisbrooke Castle Museum

Newport
South East
Museum

Powis Castle and Garden

Welshpool
Wales
Free entry
Museum

Argyll and Sutherland Highland...

Stirling
Scotland
10% off in shop
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Blair Castle

Pitlochry
Scotland
25% off entry
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Bolton Castle

Near Leyburn
Yorkshire
25% off entry
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Cardiff Castle

Cardiff
Wales
Free entry
Museum

Chiddingstone Castle

Edenbridge
South East
50% off entry
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