Castle HowardQuality Assessed

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"First-class visitor care from all staff. Plus an extensive play area for children."
Overview
Discover the rich history, dramatic interiors and parklands of Castle Howard. Tours of the house allow you to explore at your leisure, with friendly guides throughout. From bedrooms and drawing rooms to the Great Hall and Long Gallery, there are architectural wonders and world-renowned collections in every room. Explore the beautiful gardens and changing exhibitions, including the decorations for the festive season. There are also outdoor tours, a children’s trail, extensive playground and summer boat trips on the Great Lake.
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Location
Castle Howard, YORK, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA
About the area
North Yorkshire, with its two National Parks and two designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is England’s largest county and one of the most rural. This is prime walking country, from the heather-clad heights of the North York Moors to the limestone country that is so typical of the Yorkshire Dales – a place of contrasts and discoveries, of history and legend.
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Castle Howard

Quality Assessed
Assessed by Visit England Logo
Visit England Logo Assessor comments
"First-class visitor care from all staff. Plus an extensive play area for children."
Ratings & awards
award
Overview
Discover the rich history, dramatic interiors and parklands of Castle Howard. Tours of the house allow you to explore at your leisure, with friendly guides throughout. From bedrooms and drawing rooms to the Great Hall and Long Gallery, there are architectural wonders and world-renowned collections in every room. Explore the beautiful gardens and changing exhibitions, including the decorations for the festive season. There are also outdoor tours, a children’s trail, extensive playground and summer boat trips on the Great Lake.
Location
Castle Howard, YORK, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA
About the area
Area image
North Yorkshire, with its two National Parks and two designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is England’s largest county and one of the most rural. This is prime walking country, from the heather-clad heights of the North York Moors to the limestone country that is so typical of the Yorkshire Dales – a place of contrasts and discoveries, of history and legend.