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    Best Castles and Palaces In Borrowash

    We've rounded up the best castles and palaces in Borrowash in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 16 Borrowash castles and palaces to pick from.Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including museums and art galleries. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the castles and palaces we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

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    Elvaston Castle

    • Elvaston
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    The first county park in England, this has been gently entertaining and thoroughly inspiring for forty years. Obviously devoid of modern entertainmen...

    All Ages

    1.1 mi

    Nottingham Castle

    • Nottingham
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    The Nottingham Castle is a magnificent 17th Century ducal mansion built on the site of the original Medieval Castle, with spectacular views across th...

    All Ages

    9.9 mi

    Nottingham Castle Caves

    • Nottingham
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Caves and Mines

    Beneath the Castle a labyrinth of manmade caves and tunnels continue to tell the turbulent story of this historic site. Come along for a memorable to...

    Ages 9+

    10 mi

    Ashby de la Zouch Castle

    • Ashby-de-la-Zouch
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Ashby de la Zouch Castle is a renowned Royalist stronghold during the Civil War, the castle finally fell to Parliament in 1646, and was then made unu...

    Ages 0-12

    11.6 mi

    Tamworth Castle(1)

    • Tamworth
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Step back in time at Tamworth Castle and make some great family memories! Find out what life was like from the castle’s Saxon beginnings right throug...

    All Ages

    23.1 mi

    Belvoir Castle(1)

    • Grantham
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Spend a day outdoors with the whole family, soaking in the stunning countryside views at Belvoir Castle. Winding woodlands and green gardens line the...

    All Ages

    25 mi

    Stafford Castle

    • Stafford
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    The enthusiastic visitor centre here really brings Stafford Castle to life! The interior is designed to encourage a 'hands-on' approach to history; t...

    Ages 0-12

    33 mi

    Boston Castle and Park

    • Rotherham
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Originally built as a shooting lodge by the esteemed Earl of Effingham, Boston Castle is a 2 story cuboid building standing tall on one of Rotherham'...

    Ages 4+

    35.5 mi


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    Rockingham Castle

    • Market Harborough
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Rockingham Castle was built by the famous William the Conqueror, for 450 years Rockingham was a Royal fortress, and since then it has been home to th...

    All Ages

    38.7 mi

    Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens

    • Bourne
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens is beautiful stately home set in stunning countryside just 10 mins from the A1. The best thing about visiting Gri...

    All Ages

    39.7 mi

    Kenilworth Castle(2)

    • Kenilworth
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    The vast medieval fortress of Kenilworth Castle is one of the largest historic visitor attractions in the West Midlands, and one of the most spectacu...

    Ages 4+

    39.8 mi

    Dudley Zoo and Castle(2)

    • Dudley
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    If you think that not enough castles have zoos in their grounds, or vica versa, then Dudley Zoo and Castle is the place for you! Learn about lions, A...

    Ages 4+

    39.9 mi

    Conisbrough Castle

    • Doncaster
    • Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Kids love castles, and even though it is mostly ruins, Conisbrough Castle has a 90ft high great white circular keep with 6 buttresses is the oldest s...

    Ages 4+

    40.5 mi

    Lincoln Castle

    • Lincoln
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Tourist Attractions

    Scale the heights of the Medieval Wall Walk. The great stone curtain wall is one of the most dramatic features of Lincoln Castle today and a permanen...

    Ages 0-12

    41.7 mi

    Wentworth Castle Gardens

    • Barnsley
    • Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    All Ages

    43.4 mi

    Warwick Castle(5)

    • Warwick
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Warwick Castle welcomes all knights and princesses for a day of medieval adventures! Delve into the jaw-dropping history of the castle and discover m...

    All Ages

    44.2 mi

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