view of the castle over the moat framed by a large tree and yellow flowers

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About

This 15th Century moated castle is set in 550 acres of glorious woodland and gardens.

Please note the Castle is currently closed to visitors but the grounds and gardens are open to the public and bookable via the Herstmonceux Castle website. 

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site light refreshments

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality
  • Venue approved for civil marriage
  • Wedding receptions

Parking

  • Free Parking

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Gift shop
  • Postbox
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Telephone (public)

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Public Transport Directions

The nearest railway station is Polegate, which is 4 miles away.

Herstmonceux Castle Gardens and Grounds

Type:Castle

Wartling Road, Hailsham, EAST SUSSEX, BN27 1RN

Tel: 01323 833816

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