Grimsthorpe Castle

Grimsthorpe Castle Historic Lincolnshire Castle, Park and Gardens. Welcome to Grimsthorpe 💙 The Castle is the centrepiece of the estate. A Castle built for a King.

It is a large quadrangular house with a central courtyard. Each section has a different appearance, reflecting the different architectural styles that have been employed here since building began in the 13th century. Once inside you can see the collection of paintings, furniture, tapestries and objects d'art that fill the state rooms. Thrones and furnishings from the House of Lords are some of the

more unusual items on view. Grimsthorpe has been the home of the de Eresby family since 1516, when it was granted by Henry VIII to the 11th Baron Willoughby de Eresby on the occasion of his marriage to Maria de Salinas, lady-in-waiting to Queen Katherine of Aragon. The North Front is the last work of Sir John Vanbrugh. It was commissioned in 1715 by his friend Robert Bertie, the 17th Baron Willoughby de Eresby, to celebrate his enoblement as the first Duke of Ancaster and Kesteven. Grimsthorpe's historical connection. The collection of fine furniture associated with the Willoughby de Eresby's hereditary Office as Lord Great Chamberlains to the Palace of Westminster, including thrones and furnishings from the old House of Lords, can be seen in the suite of state rooms along with family portraits and those of the monarchs they served.

🌳POV: You hire your own corner of Grimsthorpe for the day....Good news from Grimsthorpe! Our 3 Shepherd Huts still have ...
08/09/2026

🌳POV: You hire your own corner of Grimsthorpe for the day....

Good news from Grimsthorpe! Our 3 Shepherd Huts still have availability this season... but bookings are going fast, so don't miss your chance to enjoy your own cosy autumnal day in the parkland, complete with log burner, games and acres of lakeside and woodland walks to explore!

Perfect for celebrations or get - togethers, our 3 Shepherd Huts, nestled in various spots in the Grimsthorpe park, are available to hire for the day for only £68 (for 4 people).

Sounds to us like the perfect autumnal day out.

For more information, visit the Shepherd Huts page on our website. Link on our story!

📍 Bishopshall Hut , 📸

Visit Grimsthorpe to support a great cause this Sunday🍁🌞This Sunday the 13th of September, Grimsthorpe is opening its Pa...
08/09/2026

Visit Grimsthorpe to support a great cause this Sunday🍁🌞

This Sunday the 13th of September, Grimsthorpe is opening its Park and Gardens in support of The Lincolnshire Churches Trust, founded to preserve and protect churches throughout Lincolnshire. Each Park and Gardens ticket bought will go towards this fantastic charity.

Join us for a stroll around the rose parterre or walled garden, a walk down to the lake, or a picnic on the lawn (if weather permits!) and know that you are contributing to a great cause!

07/09/2026

A cosy afternoon at Grimsthorpe is calling ...

What's better than an autumnal woodland walk followed by exploring 500 years of history inside the Castle walls? From kings and queens to paintings, tapestries and more, there is so much to discover at Grimsthorpe, and September provides the perfect cosy atmosphere. Finish your day by picking up a delicious warm drink from

The perfect autumnal day out, and best of all, it's just 10 minutes from Bourne 🍁🍂☕🧦

Tickets are available to book online in advance or on arrival. Link in our bio and on our story

🎄 Calling all local choirs! 🎶We are looking for choirs to join us for a very special festive concert, Christmas Classics...
05/09/2026

🎄 Calling all local choirs! 🎶

We are looking for choirs to join us for a very special festive concert, Christmas Classics at the Castle at Grimsthorpe on 15th December 2026.

We are hoping to host two performances, one in the afternoon and one in the evening, and would love to bring together some fantastic local choirs to help create a magical Christmas atmosphere.

This is a wonderful opportunity to perform in the stunning Vanbrugh Hall at Grimsthorpe and be part of a memorable festive event.

If your choir might be interested in taking part, contact [email protected] before 10th September, and we’ll send you further details about the event, timings and arrangements.

Please feel free to tag or share this with any local choirs who might be interested! 🎵✨

💚Something many visitors don’t realise about Grimsthorpe….Many visitors don't realise that Grimsthorpe is part of a char...
05/09/2026

💚Something many visitors don’t realise about Grimsthorpe….

Many visitors don't realise that Grimsthorpe is part of a charitable trust, along with our sister estate, Drummond Castle Gardens in Crieff, Scotland. Established in 1978, the Grimsthorpe & Drummond Castle Trust is dedicated to preserving these remarkable places and their heritage for future generations.

Today is international charity day, and we are celebrating the importance of charity, community and giving back. We are excited to share that we are now able to Gift Aid tickets! Every ticket bought is put towards the preservation , conservation and maintenance of the Grimsthorpe and Drummond estates.

Consider adding a Gift Aid donation to your next ticket. It costs you very little but allows us to claim a lot more to help protect these special places for future generations!

Would you like to see Grimsthorpe Castle at Christmas?New to Grimsthorpe for 2026, we are excited to announce: A Grimsth...
04/09/2026

Would you like to see Grimsthorpe Castle at Christmas?

New to Grimsthorpe for 2026, we are excited to announce: A Grimsthorpe Christmas, our Christmas events calendar🎄. Visit for the special chance to see the Castle decorated for Christmas at this magical time of year, when we are usually not open to visitors.

More information coming soon. Tickets on sale by the end of September.

SAVE THE DATES

🎄 Christmas Wreath Making - 6 December

🎶 Carol Service - 13 December

🎻 Christmas Classics Music Concert - 15 December

🎷 Swing into Christmas - 18 December

It’s never too early... (right?).

📸And the winner is….Thank you to everyone who participated in our photography competition! It was brilliant to see Grims...
03/09/2026

📸And the winner is….

Thank you to everyone who participated in our photography competition! It was brilliant to see Grimsthorpe through your lens!

The winner, chosen by the Grimsthorpe Team, is Nick Brocklebank! This photo will be displayed on our website homepage for the rest of the season💙

There were lots of fantastic entries , so we couldn’t simply pick just one! Here are our top 10 (in no particular order!)

Nicola Tapp
Laura Jane Photography
Richard Mortlock
Emma Elizabeth Ward
Terry Campbell
Maxine Skellett
Gaynor Murray
David D***s
Rachel Anne Houston

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🍁 Happy arrival of the 'ber' months to all who celebrate 🍂🕯️☕Where's better to enjoy the changing of the seasons than at...
02/09/2026

🍁 Happy arrival of the 'ber' months to all who celebrate 🍂🕯️☕

Where's better to enjoy the changing of the seasons than at Grimsthorpe, with a beautiful, refreshing lakeside or woodland walk?

The Castle, Park and Gardens are open from Sunday - Thursday until Wednesday 30th September. Enjoy a takeaway coffee or hot chocolate, pack your boots and bring furry friends to enjoy the great outdoors this autumn.

Don't miss your final chance this year to enjoy everything that Grimsthorpe has to offer, before we close for the season at the end of September. Tickets available now online or on arrival.

02/09/2026

🌳Visitor Notice :

From Thursday 27th August to Thursday 10th September, the lake walking path will follow a modified route due to the Nene Valley Rock Festival being on site. Thank you for your understanding.

🍂 September is here already, and with it comes the last month of Grimsthorpe's 2026 Open Season! The leaves are starting...
01/09/2026

🍂 September is here already, and with it comes the last month of Grimsthorpe's 2026 Open Season! The leaves are starting to turn, there's a breeze in the air... autumn is on the horizon, and where better to see the seasons change than here at Grimsthorpe? We look forward to seeing you for a stroll through the park, a hot chocolate or takeaway coffee from , and a final trip around the magnificent halls of the Castle to take it all in one more time!

And the fun isn't over yet, we still have an exciting lineup of events and activities for visitors to enjoy.

Tickets and more information are available via our website. Link in our bio and on our story!

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Grimsthorpe Castle
Bourne
PE100LY

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+441778591205

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