Richmond Castle | English Heritage
WEBThe castle was originally built to subdue the unruly North of England and is one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain. Learn all about the castle’s past in the interactive exhibition before taking a peaceful stroll round the secluded Cockpit Garden.
History of Richmond Castle - English Heritage
WEBRichmond Castle is the best-preserved example of an early Norman castle in England. Probably begun in the 1070s by Alan Rufus, who may have fought at the Battle of Hastings, it was expanded in the 12th century by his great-nephew Conan, who built the keep.
Richmond Castle: History and Stories - English Heritage
WEBRichmond Castle is one of the finest and most complete 11th-century fortresses in the country. With a history that spans centuries, from the Norman Conquest to the trenches of the First World War, there is much to discover about this fascinating site.
Prices and Opening times for Richmond Castle - English Heritage
WEBYou can book online until 8.45am on the day of your visit. You can still buy a ticket when you arrive, but you won’t get the discount. Tickets are valid all day, so you can arrive at any time and stay for as long as you like within our opening hours. Tickets are free for members.
Description of Richmond Castle - English Heritage
WEBRichmond Castle is spectacularly sited above the cliff-lined valley of the River Swale. The 12th-century keep, symbolising the power and strength of its builder, Duke Conan of Brittany, dominates the surviving remains.
Richmond Castle Garden - English Heritage
WEBThe imposing castle in the small North Yorkshire market town of Richmond, which has dominated the skyline for over 900 years, is a fertile source of artistic inspiration. Painters were stirred by its romantic ruins and its position high over the River Swale.
Richmond Castle - English Heritage
WEBWith its breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales, Richmond Castle fully deserves its place as one of the finest tourist attractions in North Yorkshire. The castle was originally built to subdue the unruly North of England and is one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain.
First World War Conscientious Objectors at Richmond Castle
WEBHow 16 conscientious objectors detained at Richmond Castle during the First World War were taken to France, and sentenced to death – a sentence commuted to ten years’ hard labour – for refusing to obey orders.
Directions to Richmond Castle - English Heritage
WEBYou can book online until 8.45am on the day of your visit. You can still buy a ticket when you arrive, but you won’t get the discount. Tickets are valid all day, so you can arrive at any time and stay for as long as you like within our opening hours. Tickets are free for members.
Easby Abbey | English Heritage
WEBThere is a pleasant 35 minute riverside walk from Easby Abbey to Richmond Castle. Don't miss the castle's interactive exhibition or breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales from the keep. The castle also has a shop, selling snacks and refreshments, and a picnic area overlooking the River Swale.
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