Castle Howard

Malton, North Yorkshire

Vanbrugh's Baroque masterpiece set in 1,000 acres of lakes, temples and woodland - famous from Brideshead Revisited and Bridgerton - with the Skelf Island adventure playground.

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Mooch tip House entry is by timed slot - collect it at the ticket office.

Visiting

Opening times: House approx late March-October (and Christmas); Gardens daily from 10am
How long to allow: Full day
Best time to go: Christmas house displays; summer gardens
Accessibility: Ramps and lift in the house; accessible parking

Getting there

Address: York, YO60 7DA
Parking: Free parking
Nearest station: Malton (approx 6 miles)
Other ways: Car recommended; approach via Malton

Places to stay near Castle Howard

The Talbot HotelMalton · £££££ · 7.1 km away Malton Central ApartmentsMalton · £££ · 7.2 km away The Mount HotelMalton · ££ · 7.2 km away The New Globe Inn MaltonMalton · ££ · 7.3 km away

The Old LodgeMalton · ££ · 7.5 km away Burythorpe Country HouseBurythorpe · £££ · 9.0 km away

See all places to stay around Malton

More to do nearby

Photo coming soonSeaside & theme parksFlamingo LandKirby Misperton, North Yorkshire · 11 km awayPaid entry Photo coming soonBoat trips & railwaysNorth Yorkshire Moors RailwayPickering, North Yorkshire · 16 km awayPaid entry

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