Goodrich Castle (English Heritage)

Goodrich Castle
Goodrich
Herefordshire
HR9 6HY
England

Website

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

Telephone

01600 890538

All information is drawn or provided by the venues themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
An exterior view of Goodrich Castle

Goodrich stands majestically on a wooded hill commanding the passage of the River Wye into the picturesque valley of Symonds Yat. The castle was begun in the late 11th century, by the English thegn Godric who gave it his name.
Goodrich boasts one of the most complete sets of medieval domestic buildings surviving in any English castle.

A new visitor centre, cafe and shop opened in 2007. The visitor centre features a small exhibition which explores life at the castle from its origins in the late 11th century until its dramatic fall in 1646, and includes Civil War artefacts found at the site. The smart new cafe has lovely views of the picturesque surroundings, and serves a fine selection of light refreshments made from locally sourced Herefordshire ingredients.

Venue Type:

Heritage site, 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

5.80/5.20/3.50/15.10

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.

Springtime Family Fun Trail

25 May — 2 June 2013

Spring into action with our family trail this Half Term! Track down all the clues hidden around the grounds, solve the riddle and claim your chocolate prize!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/springtime-family-fun-trail-gc-25-may

Summer Fun Trail

20 July — 1 September 2013

Get out and about this holiday with our summer fun trail. Explore the Castle grounds and find the hidden clues. Solve the challenge and a special reward awaits!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/summer-fun-trail-gc-20-jul

Knights and Princesses Academy

31 July — 1 August 2013

Head back in time for some medieval fun! Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training, learn about etiquette and have a go at making your own shield in our our academy for budding knights and princesses.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/knights-and-princesses-academy-gc-31-jul

Robin Hood Recruits For Kids

7 — 8 August 2013

Join Robin Hood for tall tales and archery demonstrations as he visits Goodrich Castle to recruit his band of merry men.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/robin-hood-recruits-for-kids-gc-7-aug

Siege Challenge for Kids!

14 — 15 August 2013

Goodrich Castle is under Siege! It is your job to defend it. Find out how with hands-on games and activities. Build your own mini trebuchet and knock out your opponents in a fun filled game ideal for all junior warriors!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/siege-challenge-for-kids-gc-14-aug

Explorers! At Goodrich Castle

21 — 22 August 2013

Are you ready for an adventure? Take a journey through time as you go exploring the ruins of Goodrich Castle. Discover what life was like there during times of war and peace, with interactive games and activities.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/explorers-at-goodrich-castle-gc-21-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

The Life and Times of Lady Joan de Valance Discovery Visit

This medieval Lady guides you around the castle exploring its history, the reasons for its location and the lives of the people within its impressive walls.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Key Stage: 3, History

How to obtain

Call 0121 625 6864 to book a 1½ hour session, available every weekday 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.19506 for more information.

Medieval Domestic Life Discovery Visit

An interactive guided tour - participate as you learn about the feudal system and how it affected everyone, from the farmer to the lord. Investigate medieval food and serve a feast to William Marshall, lord of the castle.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Key Stage: 2, History

How to obtain

Call 0121 625 6864 to book a 1½ hour session, available every weekday 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.19506 for more information.

Meet a Medieval Soldier Discovery Visit

Venture into history with a costumed guide on a tour to fire the imagination. How did armies attack the castle and how did those inside keep them out? Discover medieval food, living conditions (including toilets!) medieval surgery and a glimpse into the dark world of crime and punishment.
Duration: 1 1/4 hours
Key Stage: 2, 3, History

How to obtain

Call 0121 625 6864 to book a 1¼ hour session, available from January 28–30, Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, June 15–10 2009. 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.19506 for more information.

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