Helmsley Castle
Helmsley
Helmsley Castle is an imposing historical site with a wealth of history, towering over this charming market town, located in North Yorkshire.
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Description
Walter ‘The Woodpecker’ Espec built the first castle at Helmsley in the early twelfth Century. He also founded Kirkham Priory and Rievaulx Abbey, which both lie nearby. Added to by successive generations, the castle was remodelled into a luxurious manor house during the Elizabethan period.
The interesting story of Helmsley Castle is told through an imaginative hands-on exhibition in the mansion range, exploring the domestic and social aspects of the fortress, as well as the military. The fearsome earthworks and towering Keep continue to fuel the imaginations of visitors to the site. Helmsley Castle is the ideal location to learn more about the fascinating history of the region.
Look out for our medieval summer of events: a knight school for budding heroes, falconry, players and peasants! For the latest details, please visit English Heritage’s website.
Features and facilities
Features
Educational resources available
Family learning resources available
Exhibition
Museum
Summer events – falconry, knight school, players and peasants
Facilities
Audio tours
Guidebooks
Gift shop
Parking (large car park adjacent to castle, charge payable)
Toilets (in car park and town centre)
Dogs allowed on leads
Suitable for people with disabilities
Prices
Please visit the English Heritage website for further information on admission prices.
Opening times
For opening times visit English Heritage’s website
