Castles & history
Knights, towers, dungeons and secret tunnels. Castles bring history to life, and many host jousts, sword shows and family trails.
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Scout’s verdict
Check the events calendar. A joust or have-a-go archery turns a castle visit into a brilliant day. Memberships can make history days much cheaper.
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Warwick, England
A medieval castle with shows, towers and family events.
Scout: Climb the towers early, before queues build. It’s on the Merlin pass.
Northumberland, England
Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter films. Try broomstick training.
Scout: Broomstick training is pure joy for young wizards.
London
The Crown Jewels, Yeoman Warders and nearly 1,000 years of history.
Scout: Join a Yeoman Warder tour: they’re great storytellers.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Scotland’s famous castle, with the Honours of Scotland and city views.
Scout: Book a timed ticket online. Popular slots go fast.
Dover, Kent, England
A huge medieval castle with secret wartime tunnels beneath.
Scout: English Heritage members go free.
Gwynedd, Wales
A mighty medieval fortress cared for by Cadw.
Scout: Climb the towers for views over the Menai Strait.
Wiltshire, England
The world-famous stone circle, with a visitor centre and Neolithic houses.
Scout: Book ahead. Members of English Heritage go free.
Bavaria, Germany
The fairy-tale castle on the hill in the Bavarian Alps.
Scout: Tickets are timed. Book well ahead in summer.
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Cost bands are a rough guide to a typical family visit, not prices. Always check current prices, ages and opening times on the official site.
Memberships pay off fast if you love history: see National Trust vs English Heritage. Many sites let under-5s in free, and Heritage Open Days open historic places for free each September. Read Scout’s castles for kids.
Last updated: 14 October 2026
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