Caldicot Castle

Caldicot Castle
Church Road
Caldicot
Monmouthshire
NP26 4HU
Wales

Website

Caldicot Castle website

www.caldicotcastle.co.uk

Caldicot Castle facebook page

www.facebook.com/caldicotcastle

E-mail

caldicotcastle@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Telephone

01291 420 241

Fax

01291 435 094

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Caldicot Castle is a magnificent medieval castle. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home, the castle has a romantic and colourful history. Set in fifty-five acres of beautiful country park, the castle has a children's activity station, play area for young children, and holds regular events ranging from children's activities, historical re-enactments, to family events. Choose from an attractive range of gifts, books and souvenirs in the Castle Shop, then relax in the Castle Tea Room for light refreshments. The castle is licensed for weddings and is available for private hire. Group and school visits welcomed.

Venue Type:

Castle or defences, Garden, parklands or rural site

Opening hours

April 1st - October 31st
Mon-Sun 11.00-17.00

The castle will be open outside this period for special events. See website for further detail. November to March, open to schools and groups by arrangement.

Caldicot Castle Country Park open all year.

Admission charges

2012 Season:
Adults: £3.95
Children (5-17): £2.60, under 5s FREE
Senior Citizens, students, unemployed visitors (on proof of status): £2.60
Disabled visitors and visitors with limited mobility: £2.60 (enabler FREE)
Family (2+3): £12.60

Season tickets £12.60 / £6.30 / £31.50

Free admission to Monmouthshire residents with a Museums Pass (special events excluded).

Additional charges apply for special events

Discounts

Museums Association

Getting there

See our website for travel directions.

General services and facilities

Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
General audio-guide available
Guided tours
Information point provided
Pre-booking service for groups
Cafeteria
Gardens open to public
Parking for coaches
Picnic area
Refreshments
Restaurant
Shop

Children and families

Activities for pre-school children
Events and resources for children and families
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area

Disability access

Audio guides specifically for blind and partially sighted people
Induction loops in exhibition spaces
Large print information and/or interpretation
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to some public areas

Schools services and facilities

Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
Education facilities available
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups

Commercial and hire services

Licensed for weddings
Facilities for private functions and events
Meeting room available

Additional info

Mobility scooter available for public loan. There is an outdoor play area for children, with sturdy toys and soft play. Due to the nature of the castle people of limited mobility are likely to find it difficult to access towers. Our stores and collections are available to the public by prior appointment only. 55 acre country park. All parking is free. Free parking for up to 5 coaches (by appointment only).

Caldicot Castle
Church Road
Caldicot
Monmouthshire
NP26 4HU
Wales

Website

Caldicot Castle website

www.caldicotcastle.co.uk

Caldicot Castle facebook page

www.facebook.com/caldicotcastle

E-mail

caldicotcastle@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Telephone

01291 420 241

Fax

01291 435 094

The Cobb Collection includes furniture, fittings and other decorative objects which the family used to furnish the castle when it was their home (1880s to 1940s). This collection also includes costume with some fine 18th century clothing. Other collections relate to the Foudroyant, Nelson’s flagship, which the Cobbs rescued and restored. The castle also houses a small social history collection of local interest. Archaeological material includes Roman pottery, material from the castle site and artefacts and material from the waterlogged Bronze Age “Lake Site” in the Country Park.