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Visit Conisbrough Castle and climb to the top of the magnificent keep for breath-taking views across the breadth of Yorkshire: from Emley Moor in the west to the docks at Goole in the east.
Built on the site of a timber motte-and-bailey castle, the white, cylindrical keep of this 12th-century castle is a spectacular structure. Built of magnesian limestone, it is the only example of its kind in England. Following the demise of its owners, the de Warenne family, Conisbrough Castle rapidly lost its importance. By the end of the 1400s it had been abandoned as a residence and, ironically, it was its state of disrepair that saved it from destruction during the English Civil War. In 1994, following five centuries of neglect, two new floors and a roof were placed into the castle keep, and today it is considered to be one of the finest examples of medieval architecture in Europe.
Experience for yourself the atmosphere of this medieval castle, inspiration for Sir Walter Scott’s classic novel, "Ivanhoe”.
Conisbrough Castle
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The Visitor Centre, Castle Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster, DN12 3BU
Website:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/conisbrough
North East of Conisbrough town centre off A630, 4 miles south-west of Doncaster. Buses and trains run from surrounding areas.
Coach and car parking free of charge at the foot of the castle. Disabled car parking is available next to the visitor centre.
Summer Opening Times:
21 March - 30 September
10:00am - 5:00pm (last entry 4:20pm) Winter Opening Times:
1st October - 31st March
10:00am - 4:00pm (last entry 3:20pm) Please note: the Castle is closed 24 - 26 December and 1 January
Adults: £4.00
Concessions: £3.00
Children: £2.00
Family: £10.00
English Heritage members: free
Free entry into the castle
There is a Visitor Centre with a gift shop, displays and information. Various events are held throughout the summer and further details can be found on the website. Medieval costumes are available for children and adults to hire during their visit. Refreshments are available in the Tea Rooms which are located in The Lodge within the Castle grounds.
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