Ripley Castle is a stunning listed 14th-century country house with so much to offer. Get a wonderful interactive tour of the castle itself, or take a stroll through the deer park and castle grounds. You’ll discover a large ornamental lake, complete with a waterfall and many different animals such as geese, squirrels, woodpeckers and of course deers! The lake walk leads into the deer park itself, where you can see the beautiful free-roaming fallow deer.
Do you prefer something a little more adventurous? No problem, Ripley castle also offers the opportunity to do things like archery, zorbing, kayaking and even raft building! All this and more are available due to a partnership between Ripley Castle and “Live For Today Adventures,” whose staff will be more than happy to guide you around the wide array of activities.
The Boar’s Head is a Hotel and Restaurant on the grounds where you can book for breakfast, dinner or even afternoon tea or maybe stay with your loved ones. You can also get married at Ripley Castle they offer a range of packages, which can be a perfect base from which to plan your big day.
The castle dates back to the 1500’s and has been the sight and rest place of many notable figures throughout history. It’s also been the filming location for TV shows and films, including the 1976 Disney film Escape from the Dark!
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No, there is no pre-booking required.
The castle itself is closed from November to March, however the grounds are open all year round.
Yes, free parking is available and disabled parking is also available close to the entrance.