Skipton Castle
Skipton
BD23 1AQ
01756 792442
Daily from 10am (Sunday from 12 noon). Last admission 6pm (Oct-Feb 4pm). Closed 25th December.
Adults £5.40, Over 60s £4.80, Students £4.80, Under 18s £2.90, Under 5s FREE, Family Ticket - two adults + three under 18s £15.90
Fully roofed and one of the best preserved, complete medieval castles in England. A major stronghold of the powerful Clifford Lords, it withstood a three years' siege during the Civil War; and became the last Royalist stronghold in the north, later restored by Lady Anne Clifford who planted the Yew Tree in the charming Tudor Conduit Court in 1659. Climb to the top of the Watchtower; descend to the dungeon where prisoners were kept whilst awaiting trial at York Assizes. Explore the C13th Chapel of St John the Evangelist with peaceful views over the woods and surrounding countryside. Above the imposing Gatehouse with its four strong towers, the motto of the Cliffords is still strong and clear - Desormais - Henceforth.
Disabled Access
There is no
wheelchair access to the ancient castle. Grounds, tearoom and shop are
accessible.
Car parking is behind the nearby Town Hall and the Castle is situated at the head of the High Street to the right of Holy Trinity Church.
More Info: www.skiptoncastle.co.uk