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    Best Castles and Palaces In Stafford, Staffordshire

    We've rounded up the best castles and palaces in Stafford in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 16 Stafford castles and palaces to pick from.Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including museums and art galleries, or tourist attractions. 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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    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

    1.4 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+

    20.3 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

    21.3 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

    27.6 mi

    Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

    • Malpas
    • Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Cholmondeley Castle is a short walk from the very popular Tea Room (producing a variety of food) takes you to the stables and paddocks, where you wil...

    All Ages

    29.7 mi

    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

    30.8 mi

    Beeston Castle and Woodland Park(2)

    • Tarporley
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Handsome Beeston Castle in Tarporley, Cheshire is also known locally as The Castle Of The Rock. Active families can climb to the top of this impressi...

    Ages 4+

    32.6 mi

    Hartlebury Castle

    • Hartlebury
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Museums and Art Galleries

    Living in Worcestershire or paying a visit to the area? Enjoy a fun and educational morning or afternoon, or even a full day at Hartlebury Castle; it...

    All Ages

    32.7 mi


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    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+

    38.8 mi

    Ludlow Castle

    • Ludlow
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Tourist Attractions

    Welcome to Ludlow Castle, an unusually complete range of medieval buildings with a varied history of Norman Fortress, Fortified Palace, Administrativ...

    Ages 4+

    39.6 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

    41.5 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+

    41.5 mi

    Chirk Castle

    • Wrexham
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Explore 700 years of history, in Chirk Castle! Towers, two-level dungeons and murder holes - Chirk Castle has it all. And a curious fact - it’s the o...

    Ages 4+

    41.7 mi

    Powis Castle

    • Welshpool
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Take a trip to the medieval Powis Castle - perched on a hilltop, overlooking Welshpool and the green Welsh fields, it opens up stunning views of the...

    All Ages

    45.2 mi

    Croft Castle and Parkland

    • Leominster
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Castles and Palaces

    Croft Castle boasts over 1500 acres of surrounding farm, park and woodland to explore. The castle itself has numerous intriguing options for kids inc...

    All Ages

    46.3 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

    42.7 mi

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