Description
Almost intact medieval castle with a dungeon, kitchen and bedchamber. Family tickets available.
Service options
On-site services
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews
4
It's worth a visit. Lovely views. It is a very well restored castle. There is a one-way system in place. Lots of the stairs ways were blocked off, unfortunately. Lots of information on boards around the rooms. It's close to the town centre shops and bus station. Staff were friendly and really good with kids. There's a nice area where you can sit and have a picnic.
5
It's nearly 50yrs since I was last inside Skipton Castle. Back then when you went into the dungeon they switched the lights off!!! No such fun these days, but the castle is a great place to explore. There is a paper guide which marries with the rooms that you pass through. This provides historical information. Of course there is lots to do in Skipton. Canal trips, market days and there is a lovely walk outside of the castle. Parking is easy at The Bailey car park. I would recommend getting tickets in advance which includes parking charges.
5
Just wow. Skipton castle is brilliant for a day out for all ages. Then after your finished a lovely,clean quaint town to have a wonder round, theres also a wooded path to walk round the castle! Very picturesque. 100% recommend.
5
Excellent adventure into the past with stunning castle interior and information throughout the one way system. Stairs and doorways are made for small folk as the headroom for a 6ft 5 guy is as expected in earlier builds. Prices will be posted with pictures
5
On spur of the moment stopped off here on the way to a holiday cottage in the dales. Great castle in amazing condition that has great views over the town. Beautiful chapel too.
5
I very much recommend visiting this castle. We booked online in advance to avoid any possible issues. I think that it can get busy, hence the half an hour slot options we were given. The gentleman man at the door was very friendly and informative. He gave the kids a map thing to follow. It was a very casual experience. Not intense with information rammed down your throat. We walked around just enjoying this well looked after castle. The tree in the middle of the courtyard was the highlight for me. It made me think of Rivendell from Lord of the rings. The cafe was good and I enjoyed my hot chocolate. I will happily return if I'm up here again.