Doncaster Castle

Conisbrough Castle    

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The grounds and interior spaces at Conisbrough 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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Jan 1, 2025
Lovely walk up to the castle from the town. Easily signposted to get too. Information up there about the ruins and what you can see around the town. Great views of the Lakeland fells and surrounding … Full review by kathrynbD2088LT
Oct 25, 2024
In 1067 William de Warenne is granted the Honour of Conisbrough and probably established a residence at Conisbrough. In the 1170s or 1180s Hamelin of Anjou (halfbrother of king Henry II) and Isabel… Full review by Iweinvanaalst
Aug 26, 2024
A little castle that is well worth a visit. A small shop and museum, but the best bit is the great views from the top. I nearly lost my hat on a very blustery day, but great views ~20 miles in some d… Full review by 632petert
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Facts

Height:62 feet (19 m)
Owner:Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council and English Heritage
Construction completed:11th century
Type:Castle

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Do they sell the Conisbrough Castle guidebook ,which has a red spine, at the castle itself?
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Yes available at the shop as mentioned previously
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Is there any parking
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Yes- plenty of parking at bottom of hill or for the less able we have some spaces outside the visitor centre.
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Answer by Gavin S · May 17, 2018
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Is there an entry fee?
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For Non Members of English Heritage yes and I think it may be around £4.50 per adult. The best way however to see this, and several hundred other properties, is to take out a …
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For Non Members of English Heritage yes and I think it may be around £4.50 per adult. The best way however to see this, and several hundred other properties, is to take out a membership which in 2017 was around £50.00 for 12 months and so, after visiting as few as 12 properties situated all over the UK you'd have 'got back' your money.
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Is there a cafe?
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There is no official cafe as that was got rid of during the improvements...however there is 'Mollys at Chimes' which is a 2 mins walk away, opposite the church in the village centre.
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Can dogs go in and up to the top?
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Hi Sophie dogs are allowed in the grounds only, and must be kept on a lead. The stairs up to the top of the castle are very narrow and steep.
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