Kenilworth Castle

Stratford-upon-Avon

From medieval fortress to Elizabethan palace, Kenilworth Castle has been at the centre of England’s affairs for much of its 900 year history.

Today, you can scale the heights of the tower built to woo Queen Elizabeth I and marvel at the mighty Norman keep.

Highlights

Why you shouldn't miss this attraction

One of the most spectacular castle ruins in England

Climb up to the queen’s apartments for fantastic views over the castle and surrounding countryside

Explore the spectacular garden Dudley created just for his 1575 visit

What awaits you on site

From medieval fortress to Elizabethan palace

The medieval fortress of Kenilworth Castle is one of the largest historic visitor attractions in the West Midlands and one of the most spectacular castle ruins in England. From medieval fortress to Elizabethan palace, Kenilworth Castle has been at the centre of England’s affairs for much of its 900 year history.

Tower Views – for the first time in 350 years you can explore the full height of the tower built by Leicester to court Elizabeth I. Elizabethan Gardens – walk in the footsteps of the great Tudor queen through the garden and imagine the opulence and splendour of Elizabethan Kenilworth. Leicester’s Gatehouse – visit the fascinating exhibition about the famous royal romance between the queen and her ambitious courtier, Robert Dudley.

Castle Keep – admire the mighty keep built three stories high with walls 14 feet wide – the heart of castle life for 500 years. Great Hall – John of Gaunt’s Great Hall was one of the finest of its kind and at the cutting edge of 14th century architectural design, playing host to medieval monarchs and Tudor kings. Kenilworth is the perfect place for the whole family to explore where kings and queens once danced and dined!