Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

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Set 350 feet above the Cheshire Plain on the sheer rocky crags Beeston Castle is a magical site with something for everyone. With stunning views to take your breath away, long walks through rich woodland for nature lovers and nooks and crannies for kids to hide in you’re sure to have a magnificent day out!

Beeston's origins stretch over 4,000 years; to a Bronze Age hill fort to the medieval fortress visitors see today which was inspired by the Crusader's Castles and the impregnable hill-top strongholds of the Holy Land. Legend has it that the majestic Beeston Castle guards buried treasure once belonging to Richard II. The king is said to have dispersed bags of gold at Beeston en route to quell the rebellion in Ireland, perhaps your family can find the treasure?

The famous views from the top are reputedly the best from any castle in England - on a clear day visitors can see across 8 counties from the Pennines in the east to the mountains of Wales in the west. Beeston is also a haven for wildlife and the unspoiled woodland makes it home to a host of birds and small mammals, remember to bring those binoculars and who knows what you may discover.

Dogs on lead allowed. Assistance dogs welcome.

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English Heritage members free. Adult, Child, Concession and Family Tickets available, please see our website for up to date prices and booking information.

Opening Times

Winter (1 Nov 2023 - 23 Dec 2023)
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Monday - Friday	Closed
Saturday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00
Bank Holiday	Closed

Twixmas (26 Dec 2023 - 1 Jan 2024)
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Winter Season (2 Jan 2024 - 19 Feb 2024)
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Saturday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

Half Term (20 Feb 2024 - 26 Feb 2024)
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Spring Term (27 Feb 2024 - 31 Mar 2024)
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Wednesday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

Main Season (1 Apr 2024 - 30 Oct 2024)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00

* Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

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FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

FAMILY 1 ADULT - Family of one adult and up to 6 children - £5.50 monthly*, £66 for a year

FAMILY 2 ADULTS - Family of two adults and up to 12 children - £9.58 monthly*, £115 for a year

JOINT MEMBERSHIP

JOINT ADULT - Two adults aged 18 years+ - £9.58 monthly*, £115 for a year

ADULT AND SENIOR - One adult (under 65 years) and one senior (over 65 years+) - £8.58 monthly*, £103 for a year

JOINT SENIOR - Two adults aged 65 years+ - £7.67 monthly*, £92 for a year

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

INDIVIDUAL ADULT - One adult aged 26 years+ - £5.50 monthly*, £66 for a year

SENIOR - One adult aged 65 years+ - £4.92 monthly*,£59 for a year

YOUNG ADULT / STUDENT - 18-25 / with a valid NUS card - £4.42 monthly*, £53 for a year

LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP

INDIVIDUAL ADULT - One adult aged 18 years+ - £1,580 for Life

SENIOR - One adult aged 65 years+ - £1,240 for Life

JOINT ADULT - Two adults aged 18 years+ - £2,140 for Life

JOINT SENIOR - Two adults aged 65 years+ - £1,590 for Life

Adult Members must live at the same address. Up to 6 kids go free with each adult. *Monthly for 12 months by Direct Debit, not available for gift memberships.

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Directions

Road Directions

Eleven miles south east of Chester, on minor road, off A49.

Public Transport Directions

Bus- GHA service 83 (Tue) to Beeston; Otherwise GHA service 56 (Thu & Sat) to Bunbury Heath (then 1-mile walk) or Arriva service 84 to Tarporley (2 1⁄2 miles)

Train to Nantwich, bus to Castle Hotel, 23-minute walk (1.1 miles)

Bike- National Cycle Trail

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Cat J
Stockport, United Kingdom
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Family
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Friday, 18th August 2023
1st time using English Heritage membership so not having my card yet we pre booked online using the temporary number sent via email which was super easy to do. Few windey country roads to the castle... Read full review
Patric D
Sandbach, United Kingdom
Impressive location and great views
Wednesday, 6th September 2023
This is a great place to visit but you will need to be prepared to do some significant uphill walking. It is NOT mobillity-impaired friendly and it is a rather steep climb. But, of course, it's a... Read full review
Stuarttowns123
Northwich, United Kingdom
Worth a visit
Thursday, 19th October 2023
Great lil place can’t fault it really, lovely views across Cheshire, will definitely be going again in summer Read full review

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On-Site café/restaurant

Parking & Transport

On site parking - Parking charges apply to non-members. Parking free for members. Entrance is located 10 metres across road from the site. Approx 100 parking spaces (more on event days).

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Dogs Accepted
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Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

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Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Opening Times

- Free parking where the car park is owned by English Heritage

FAMILY 1 ADULT - Family of one adult and up to 6 children - £5.50 monthly*, £66 for a year

FAMILY 2 ADULTS - Family of two adults and up to 12 children - £9.58 monthly*, £115 for a year

JOINT ADULT - Two adults aged 18 years+ - £9.58 monthly*, £115 for a year

ADULT AND SENIOR - One adult (under 65 years) and one senior (over 65 years+) - £8.58 monthly*, £103 for a year

INDIVIDUAL ADULT - One adult aged 26 years+ - £5.50 monthly*, £66 for a year

SENIOR - One adult aged 65 years+ - £4.92 monthly*,£59 for a year

INDIVIDUAL ADULT - One adult aged 18 years+ - £1,580 for Life

SENIOR - One adult aged 65 years+ - £1,240 for Life

JOINT ADULT - Two adults aged 18 years+ - £2,140 for Life

JOINT SENIOR - Two adults aged 65 years+ - £1,590 for Life

Adult Members must live at the same address. Up to 6 kids go free with each adult. *Monthly for 12 months by Direct Debit, not available for gift memberships.

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