Lancaster Castle

Lancaster Castle's imposing walls conceal a fascinating past. A location for defense, justice, persecution, and incarceration. But, rather than being a relic of the past, trials in the crown court continue to this day.

Guided tours provide a fantastic and truly unique look into the Castle's history. Explore the ornately decorated courtrooms, dark prison cells, and somber execution sites. Prepare to be moved by the tragic story of the Pendle Witches, who were imprisoned, tried, and executed at Lancaster Castle in 1612. No two tours are the same because they are shaped by our visitors' interests and questions. Inquire about our teddy bear hunt or join one of our fun-filled kids activity tours, which run throughout the school year.

The area was fortified by the Romans, rebuilt by the Normans, and expanded in the Georgian era. It is regarded as one of the most magnificent and significant historic monuments in the North of England. Order your tour right away.

On Monday, May 17, Lancaster Castle will reopen for scheduled visits. Every day at 11 a.m., it will be open; the final guided tour ends at 3:30 p.m.

Location: Lancashire, in the Northwest of England