Things to Do, Attractions, Family Friendly, Great Outdoors, Gardens
Castle Howard
About Us
Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, situated just outside York in the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Built over 300 years ago by Sir John Vanbrugh, today it remains home to the Howard family. Discover the House at your own pace, admiring its awe-inspiring architecture and interiors, with something to capture everyone’s imagination. Enjoy stunning scenery all year, with almost 1,000 acres of Grade 1 listed parkland and gardens to explore. Spend the day in a monumental landscape studded with statues, temples, lakes and fountains and admire sweeping countryside views. Meander along woodland paths and in the tranquil walled garden.
Children will love Skelf Island, our new adventure playground with its ingenious treetop nest structures connected by rope bridges, slides, nets and climbing equipment.
Leave time to browse the shops and cafes, including farm shop, gift shop and garden centre.
To book your visit, see our website.
Facilities
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Wheelchairs available
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
- Groups welcome
- French signs/guides
- German signs/guides
- Italian signs/guides
- Spanish signs/guides
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
- Helicopter landing
- Free Parking
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Postbox
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
- Telephone (public)
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
- Groups welcome
- Coach parties accepted
Location
Events at Castle Howard
Future Landscapes: Six Inches of Soil Screening
Castle Howard is hosting a screening of Six Inches of Soil as part of its Future Landscapes program. Join Castle Howard…
Easter at Castle Howard
Enjoy a fantastic family day out during the Easter holidays at Castle Howard. Take part in the Easter Animal Trail for …
Future Landscapes Seminars
Join Castle Howard for a series of informal evening talks about nature and landscapes, every third Tuesday of the mont…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…
Tony Cragg at Castle Howard
3 May – 22 September 2024Castle Howard will host a collection of sculptures in 2024 by the internationally celebrated…