Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle is England's oldest inhabited castle and most historic home. 24 generations of Berkeleys have transformed a savage Norman fortress into this stately home full of historic treasures like Queen Elizabeth I's bedspread and Sir Francis Drake's cabin chest.

Discover the cell where Edward II was notoriously imprisoned and murdered and the adjacent dungeons, the 14th Century Great Hall that has hosted many Kings & Queens, look out for any spooky companions, or relax in the beautiful terraced grounds with a lily pond, and ancient bowling green where Queen Elizabeth I was believed to have played bowls during her stay at the Castle.

The tropical butterfly house with hundreds of colourful butterflies flying freely in a tranquil indoor garden is definitely worth a visit. Very limited access for wheelchair users. Facilities include a tea room, shop and picnic area.

Contact Information

Berkeley
Berkeley
Gloucestershire
GL13 9BQ

Tel: 01453 810332

Fax: 01453 512995

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Opening Times

Open All Year

05/04/2010 - 18/10/2010

Ticket Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Concession	£6.00 per ticket
Child	£4.50 per ticket
Adult	£7.50 per ticket
Adult Butterfly House only	£2.00 per ticket
Adult Garden only	£4.00 per ticket
Child Butterfly House only	£1.00 per ticket
Child Garden only	£2.00 per ticket
Child Under 5	Free
Concession Garden only	£4.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Directions

Road Directions

From M5 North: exit at Junction 13 or 14 onto the A38. Follow signs to Berkeley, then brown signs to Berkeley Castle.

Public Transport Directions

Train to Cam & Dursely station from Bristol or Glos then take a taxi.
Bus from Bristol or Glos change in Thornbury (from Bristol).
On arrival in Bristol, there is taxi to the castle which takes under 35 minutes.