8 Best Castles and Palaces In Lincolnshire Near Me | Day Out With The Kids

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    Best Castles and Palaces In Lincolnshire

    We've rounded up the best castles and palaces in Lincolnshire in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 8 Lincolnshire castles and palaces to pick from.Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including tourist attractions, or 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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    Outside view of Lincoln Castle

    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

    11.7 mi

    Outside view of Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens in Bourne

    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

    29 mi

    Outside view of Belvoir Castle in Grantham

    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

    29.9 mi

    Ground view of Nottingham Castle Caves in Nottingham

    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+

    40.6 mi

    Entrance to Nottingham Castle

    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

    40.7 mi

    Outside view of Castle Rising Castle in Kings Lynn

    Castle Rising

    • Kings Lynn
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Built way back in 1140 AD, Castle Rising is a historic gem for your little royals to lose themselves in. It’s a spectacular maze of stone steps and m...

    Ages 4+

    41.5 mi

    Outside view of Conisbrough Castle in Doncester

    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+

    44.4 mi

    Outside view of Boston Castle and Park in Rotherham

    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+

    47.5 mi

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