Kenilworth Castle

Kenilworth Castle A spectacular castle ruin sets the scene of a royal love story between Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley Please email us at [email protected].
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A vast medieval fortress which became an Elizabethan palace, Kenilworth Castle is one of England's largest and most impressive historic sites. Spanning more than eight centuries, the varied buildings and architectural styles reflect its long connection with successive English monarchs. Visit the impressively-timbered Tudor stables, which now house the castle's tearoom and a fascinating interactive

display on the castle's history, or stroll around the re-created Elizabethan Garden which features a Renaissance aviary, magnificent carved arbours, an 18-foot high marble fountain, and a planting scheme abundant in colour, perfume and fruit.


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Happy Pigeon appreciation day! 🐦As you may have seen while climbing up our towers or exploring the ruins, the castle is ...
13/06/2026

Happy Pigeon appreciation day! 🐦

As you may have seen while climbing up our towers or exploring the ruins, the castle is a haven and home to a great number of pigeons!

Despite the bad rap they sometimes get (and sadly the mess they often make on walkways 🥲) we can still appreciate these amazing birds, their funny personalities and strange choices on where to nest! 🪺

See if you can spot these locals on your next visit 🐦

⚠️This Sunday ⚠️We are proudly hosting the finishing line for the annual  😊Please be aware the castle is closed in the m...
12/06/2026

⚠️This Sunday ⚠️

We are proudly hosting the finishing line for the annual 😊

Please be aware the castle is closed in the morning

Entry for spectators must be prebooked from this website: https://www.twocastlesrun.org.uk/

There is no parking available in our carpark. Local road closures will be in place

We wish all runners the best of luck! 🏃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The Castle will be open as normal from 1pm

We’ve had quite a lot of moody skies and downpours recently… ☔️But that doesn’t stop the site and gardens from looking b...
11/06/2026

We’ve had quite a lot of moody skies and downpours recently… ☔️

But that doesn’t stop the site and gardens from looking beautiful and the flowers and little creatures enjoying the rain! 🐌🌸🌿

If you’ve taken any pictures of the moody weather recently while you’ve been visiting us, please share them in the comments or tag us on Instagram! 📸

We want to say a big congratulations to our staff member Caroline Barker, for achieving first and third place for her be...
10/06/2026

We want to say a big congratulations to our staff member Caroline Barker, for achieving first and third place for her beautiful stormy photographs taken of the Castle and Stonehenge, which she entered into this year’s Kenilworth show! 🏆

She also won the most awards out of anyone in the whole year’s show across a variety of categories! 🥇😱

Congratulations to Caroline one of our very talented and well loved tearoom staff members 😊🌟

Happy National Volunteer week! 🌟Volunteers play a HUGE and vital role in keeping our sites running and our visitors well...
07/06/2026

Happy National Volunteer week! 🌟

Volunteers play a HUGE and vital role in keeping our sites running and our visitors well looked after every day 💚

From giving fantastic tours, to guiding and welcoming guests, to keeping our garden looking beautiful, to maintaining and cleaning, to monitoring site sustainability, to tidying and sorting book donations, to helping visitors find what they need and so much more! 🙌

So we want to say a massive THANK YOU to each and every one of our incredible volunteers at Kenilworth who so generously and willingly give up their time and wisdom for the benefit of all of us - we appreciate you! 🌟

And if you're not a volunteer but interested in becoming one follow this link! 😊 👉 https://english-heritage.rosterfy.uk/roles/list

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈😊This month we’re running free Pride and Power tours focused on Kenilworth Castle’s LGBTQ+ backgr...
05/06/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈😊

This month we’re running free Pride and Power tours focused on Kenilworth Castle’s LGBTQ+ background and history showcasing and discussing the sometimes lesser known stories of people who were part of this community, inextricably linked to the castle’s story throughout multiple eras of history 🏰

The tours will run twice a day 11am and 2pm on the several days listed below throughout June so if you’re interested come along and join us! 💫

The next one is tomorrow Saturday 6th!

This Sunday 7th, book and join us for our exclusive Member's tours 11am and 2pm on the fascinating life and reign of Edw...
02/06/2026

This Sunday 7th, book and join us for our exclusive Member's tours 11am and 2pm on the fascinating life and reign of Edward II! 👑

Do you know about this controversial, troubled King who was the first English monarch forced to abdicate, and who had an allegedly gruesome death? Join our tour going into depth of Edward II's life, reign, his favourites and his links to Kenilworth 🏰

If you're a member and lover of Medieval history, book your place now for only £5! 🎟 👉 https://bit.ly/43ELJPw

This tour is part of our many LGBTQ+ history tours we're running throughout June so check out our website for more info! 🏳️‍🌈

01/06/2026

Did you know...

⛲Our fountain like many Tudor fountains contains a 'water joke'. Elizabeth 1st herself may have played humorous tricks on the nobles in her court

We strive to ensure our staff know the history of the site... Especially in the hot weather ☀️

Today is the last day of Members week! 💜Only a few hours left to make the most of 20% off everything you buy in our shop...
31/05/2026

Today is the last day of Members week! 💜

Only a few hours left to make the most of 20% off everything you buy in our shop and tearoom as a member 😊

There’s lots of treats to be had, so come and grab a bargain - plus if you sign up today, you get the discount straight away! 🎟️

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