Beeston Castle CW6 9TX
Free for EH members
Open: Seasonal - See website
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About:
Beeston Castle is one of the most dramatic ruins in the English landscape.
Built by Ranulf, 6th Earl of Chester, in the 1220s, the castle incorporates the banks and ditches of an Iron Age hillfort.
Henry III seized the castle in 1237 and it remained in royal ownership until the 16th century.
In the Civil War it withstood a long siege in 1644–5, before being surrendered by the Royalists and partially demolished.

Dog Friendly:
Dogs allowed on lead. 

Entry Charge:
Variable prices (see website)

Parking:
Pay and display Car parking is on location

Facilities:
Café
Shop 
Picnic area
Toilets
Museum

Notes:
Beeston Castle is built on a very steep hill, and wheelchair access to the top and the woodland walk is not recommended.
Most of the site has uneven surfaces.

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181