The grounds and interior spaces at Carlisle Castle are open. Measures are still in place to keep everyone safe, and you need to book your visit in advance. Find out more below.
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Feb 19, 2025
Lovely day out! The staff were lovely, in particular Emily who was very knowledgeable about the castle and so helpful and friendly! Lovely to see an enthusiastic worker!Full review by History L
Feb 16, 2025
Carlisle Castle is an impressive fortress on the edge of the pedestrianised City Centre. From the one room devoted to its history I learned that it is the most besieged castle in England with a fasci…Full review by Jonathan P
Jan 31, 2025
As an EH members entry was free, and we did guided ourselves around the castle. The castle is in a reasonable condition and there are lots of rooms and the battlements to walk around but unfortunatel…Full review by Peter R
Does Carlisle castle hold living history reenactment events?
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No but funny enough my grandson does enactments not sure about what era but they use swords and shields they practice most Sundays at the back of the castle in the park …
No but funny enough my grandson does enactments not sure about what era but they use swords and shields they practice most Sundays at the back of the castle in the park mornings I think
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