Framlingham Castle (English Heritage)

Framlingham Castle
Framlingham
Suffolk
IP13 9BP
England

Website

www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/framlingham-castle/

Telephone

01728 724189

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An exterior view of Framlingham Castle

Framlingham is a magnificent example of a late 12th-century castle. Built by Roger Bigod, Earl of Norfolk, the castle, together with Framlingham Mere, was designed both as a stronghold and as a symbol of power and status - as befitted one of the most influential people at the court of the Plantagenet kings. Architecturally, the castle is notable for its curtain wall with mural towers, an early example of this design.

Today the imposing stone walls and crenellated towers with their ornate Tudor chimneys dominate, while the grassy earthworks around the castle are subdued reminders of its outer defences. To the west, the Mere provides a stunning setting.

Please note: Entry also includes access to the Lanman Trust's Museum of local history.

Venue Type:

Castle or defences

 Opening hours

1-31 Oct daily 10am-5pm, 1 Nov-12 Feb Sat-Sun 10am-4pm, 13-17 Feb daily 10am-4pm, 18 Feb-31 Mar Sat-Sun 10am-4pm, Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan

 Admission charges

6.30/5.70/3.80/16.40

Discounts

  • English Heritage
Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Tudor Times: Bloody Mary Returns!

26 — 27 May 2013

This bank holiday weekend we take a look at one of the most fearsome monarchs of all time. Immerse yourself in Tudor life, meet Bloody Mary herself, learn how she got her terrifying nickname!

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11am-4pm

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/tudor-times-bloody-mary-returns-fc-26-may

Kings and Queens Academy

28 — 31 May 2013

Let the kids get stuck into history by taking part in a range of interactive plays to become some of England's most notorious monarchs! Learn about the important royal links to the Castle in our fun Royal trail, plus learn to play the fool!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/kings-and-queens-academy-fc-28-may

Weapons and Warriors Academy

22 — 26 July 2013

Train in the art of combat and learn about what it takes to be a warrior. Practice your fighting skills with a range of weapons and why not have a go at our fun warrior trail.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/weapons-and-warriors-academy-fc-22-jul

Knights and Princess School

29 July — 2 August 2013

Give that toy sword a whirl or put on your prettiest dress and head back in time for activities on a medieval theme. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training, and even try on armour in our academy for budding knights and princesses.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/knights-and-princess-school-fc-29-jul

Knights Tournament

3 — 4 August 2013

Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate tournament. Fully armoured and ready to do battle, you can watch our knights in hand to hand combat, archery competitions and much more. Who will reign supreme and be the victor?

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11am-4pm

Admission

£7.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/knights-tournament-fc-3-aug

Time Travellers School

5 — 9 August 2013

Take a journey through time with Bzents at Framlingham Castle this summer. Join in a variety of plays that will introduce children to some of England's most intersting time periods and monarchs, and play the fool at our circus school!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/time-travellers-school-fc-5-aug

Medieval Fun and Games!

12 — 16 August 2013

How would you have fared 500 years ago? Join us at Framlingham Castle for a journey back through the ages to medieval times and find out what life would have been like, with hands on activities and games.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/medieval-fun-and-games-fc-12-aug

Knights and Princess School

19 — 23 August 2013

Give that toy sword a whirl or put on your prettiest dress and head back in time for activities on a medieval theme. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training, and even try on armour in our academy for budding knights and princesses.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/knights-and-princess-school-fc-19-aug

Tudor Times: The Battle of Flodden

25 — 26 August 2013

In this anniversary year we remember the forgotten battle Flodden Field, if lost it would have changed history as we know it!

Meet Thomas Howard 2nd Duke of Norfolk and hear tales of the battlefield, learn fighting skills and experience life at this time!

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11am-4pm

Admission

£6.70

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/tudor-times-the-battle-of-flodden-fc-25-aug

Resources listed here may include websites, bookable tours and workshops, books, loan boxes and more. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all.
 Face to face resources

Chosen Heir or Impostor? Discovery Visit

Mary Tudor is about to hear if she will become Queen. Join Master Will and Mistress Beth as they prepare for her arrival at Framlingham Castle and ask you to sign an oath of allegiance to her. Explore the castle, join in hands-on activities and discover the arguments about who should succeed to the the throne and their impact on the lives of rich and ordinary people in Tudor England.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Key Stage: 2 History

How to obtain

Call 01223 582732 to arrange a 1 hour session on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19493 for more information.

Mistress Maud's Medieval Merriment Discovery Visit

Meet Mistress Maud and learn about life in a medieval castle. Where did they get their water and who cooked the food? What was life like for both rich and poor? Explore this beautiful castle with Mistress Maud using a mix of handling material, role play and fun! Finish off the merriment by learning a simple medieval dance.
Duration: 1 hour
Key Stage: 1, 2, History

How to obtain

Call 01223 582732 to arrange a 1 hour session on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19493 for more information.

 Paper-based and downloads

Framlingham Castle Teacher's Kit

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/upload/pdf/Framlingham_TK.pdf

A downloadable photocopiable teaching resource sheet for use in the classroom. The teacher's kit is essential for pre-, during and post-site visit work and includes: site history, site plans & tour, documentary sources, activities, photos & reconstruction artwork, details of how to visit and supporting resources information.

Creator

  • English Heritage Education

How to obtain

Please click on the link to download.

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