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August 17, 2019 12:00 am – August 18, 2019 11:45 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way…

May 11, 2019 10:00 am – May 12, 2019 5:00 pm Come and meet the Tudor household of Lord Scrope. Find out about their daily lives and some of the great changes that affected them; join in with some of their activities and see how well you would have fared as a Tudor. Learn more about one of the most famous of the castle’s guests,…

October 5, 2019 10:00 am – October 6, 2019 5:00 pm In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Thomas,Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined…

July 27, 2019 10:00 am – July 28, 2019 5:00 pm In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Thomas,Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined…

April 27, 2019 10:00 am – April 28, 2019 5:00 pm Meet the men from the castle’s garrison during the English Civil war. Find out about their lives, their arms and equipment and why they were fighting for the king. Whose side would you have been on? For the majority of 1645, Bolton Castle, held by Lord Scrope for King Charles 1, was put under…

April 13, 2019 10:00 am – April 14, 2019 5:00 pm Meet the men from the castle’s garrison during the English Civil war. Find out about their lives, their arms and equipment and why they were fighting for the king. Whose side would you have been on? For the majority of 1645, Bolton Castle, held by Lord Scrope for King Charles 1, was put under…

July 7, 2019 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Independence Day Burger Bonanza – weather dependent Locally produced burgers cooked on a charcoal bbq, floured bread buns and salad bar, this is not to be missed. Ticket Type Price Cart

August 16, 2019 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Fathers Day Yorkshire Roast, Enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, £9.95 free beer for Dad. Ticket Type Price Cart 16th June 2019 Fathers Day Yorkshire Roast £9.95 Add to basket

December 14, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

November 23, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

November 9, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

November 2, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

October 19, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

October 12, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

October 4, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

September 28, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

September 21, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

September 14, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

July 13, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

July 6, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

June 22, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

June 15, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

June 1, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

May 18, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

March 2, 2019 12:00 am – 11:45 pm

June 24, 2018 11:00 am – 3:00 pm 11am – 3pm Arrive at 11am to enjoy 90 minutes of photography time while a range of birds of prey will fly, pose and perch for you. 12.30 – lunch in the Castle Tea Room Afternoon photography session again with birds not normally seen or flown for the public displays. 3pm Finish Tickets £60 per person to…

October 7, 2018 11:00 am – 3:00 pm No admission fee, free goodie bag Canapes and a glass of Prosecco on arrival, come and browse and get ideas from our range of exhibitors while enjoying the beautiful venue of Bolton Castle.

August 16, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle.  7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10…

August 11, 2018 12:00 am – August 12, 2018 11:45 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way…

October 27, 2018 – October 31, 2018 12:00 am Day time is usual castle hours and there are Halloween themes as well as professional actors around the Castle interacting with the visitors. No additional charge for daytime – usual castle entrance fee. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been brought back to life at Bolton Castle. There are some strange goings on this…

October 13, 2018 – October 14, 2018 12:00 am In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined Edward’s army…

August 29, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Ticket Type Price Cart Handlebards Romeo and Juliet Wednesday 29th August £15.00 Add to basket

August 23, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle.  7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10…

August 9, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle.  7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10…

August 2, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle.  7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10…

June 30, 2018 10:00 am – July 1, 2018 5:00 pm Ticket Type Price Cart

June 17, 2018 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Treat your Dad and join us at Bolton Castle for a traditional Sunday Roast and local ale. £12.50 per person for 1 course, £14.95 for 2 courses (1 free ale included) Ticket Type Price Cart Fathers Day 2 courses £14.95 Add to basket Fathers Day 1 course £12.50 Add to basket

June 16, 2018 9:00 am – June 17, 2018 5:00 pm Living History’s Medieval weekend based around the Battle of Towton 1461 In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against…

March 25, 2018 11:00 am – 3:00 pm No admission fee, free goodie bag Canapes and a glass of Prosecco on arrival, come and browse and get ideas from our range of exhibitors while enjoying the beautiful venue of Bolton Castle.

March 11, 2018 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Treat your Mum and enjoy a glass of fizz, Smoked Salmon, Homemade Tartlet, Cakes and warm Scones. What could be better on this special day £12.50 per ticket – or call Bolton Castle Tea Room Ticket Type Price Cart Mothers Day Afternoon Tea 11th March £12.50 Add to basket

February 17, 2018 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Sold Out 17th February 2018 Dark skies evening with Richard Darn Enjoy a night under the stars with canapés, mulled cider and warm drinks on a winter night at Bolton castle Ticket Type Price Cart 17th February 2018 Dark skies evening with Richard Darn £10.00 Read more

February 13, 2018 10:30 am – February 14, 2018 3:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one…

September 23, 2017 7:00 pm – 10:45 pm Yorkshire dales are celebrating local produce 23rd – 30th September 2017 We are taking this opportunity to show case some of the countrys best game we have at our disposal. Finale dinner in Bolton Castles famous old kitchen with a talk about the grouse and game moors from Tom Orde-Powlett. Canapés and fizz Bolton estate grouse rillettes,…