Stokesay Castle (English Heritage)

Stokesay Castle
Craven Arms
Shropshire
SY7 9AH
England

Website

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

Telephone

01588 672544

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An exterior view of Stokesay Castle
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Stokesay Castle is the finest and best preserved 13th-century fortified manor house in England. It offers visitors a unique glimpse into a distant age, when strength and elegance were combined.

Set amid peaceful countryside near the Welsh border, Stokesay Castle forms an outstandingly picturesque group with its timber-framed gatehouse and the parish church.

An audio tour will help you to imagine Stokesay as the centre of medieval life. Its grounds include cottage-style gardens, a tearoom open from April to October, and a gift shop.

Venue Type:

Historic house or home, Castle or defences, Garden, parklands or rural site

 Opening hours

1 Apr-30 Sep 10am-5pm daily / 1 Oct - 1 Nov 10am-5pm Wed-Sun / 2 Nov-28 Feb 10am-4pm Thu-Sun / 1-31 Mar 10am-5pm Wed-Sun / Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan / Please note : castle may close early for functions. Please call to check

 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-sto-25-may

Summer Fun Trail

27 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-sto-27-jul

Knights and Princesses Academy

30 — 31 July 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

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/knights-and-princesses-academy-sto-30-jul

Cromwell Recruits at Stokesay Castle

6 — 7 August 2013

Pikes at the ready! Join Oliver Cromwell's army and discover what it took to be a soldier of the English Civil War. Then test your agility in the children's battle and learn to use a pike in our soldiers drill.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/cromwell-recruits-at-stokesay-castle-sto-6-aug

Myths and Legends

13 — 14 August 2013

Discover a whole range of myths and legends, from St George to King Arthur. Enjoy magical stories, games and hands-on activities.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/myths-and-legends-sto-13-aug

Royals and Rebels Challenge for Kids

20 — 21 August 2013

Prepare for uprising, battles and conflict in our Royals and Rebels Time Travellers event. Who's side will you be on and are you prepared for battle? Find out with plenty of hands-on activities and games which will put you to the test!

Suitable for

  • Family friendly

When

11am-5pm

Admission

£6.20

Website

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/royals-and-rebels-challenge-for-kids-sto-20-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

Weave a Web of Tales at Stokesay Discovery Visit

The building of Stokesay Castle was funded by riches from the local wool trade. Then the fortified house evolved, expanded and changed through the years. Local storyteller Sally Tonge takes you on a “story walk” through the castle, spinning yarns of textiles, cloths and treasures and undressing layers of history that shroud this fascinating site. Explore the notion of shifting history by sharing stories, imaginations and local folklore.
Duartion: 1 hour
Key Stage: 1, 2, History, Literacy

How to obtain

Call 0121 625 6864 to book a 1 hour tour, available June 15–19 2009. Price £75 per group. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19509 for more information.

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