Bodiam Castle
Visitor information
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© Andrew Dyer
Early signs of spring at Bodiam Castle
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© The National Trust
The castle's history stretches as far back as 1385
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© Matthew Antrobus
Bodiam replaced Sir Dalyngrigge's manor house during the Hundred Years War
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© Helen Anson
Learn about life in the castle
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© Will Past
The Well Room inside Bodiam Castle
Archetypal 14th century moated castle with ruined interior - a glimpse of medieval splendour
This fairytale castle is one of Britain's most romantic and picturesque, set in the heart of 1066 country. With spiral staircases, battlements and a portcullis, 14th-century Bodiam Castle is the real thing. Windows where arrows were once fired, a tower that was once a look-out and ruins that were once walked upon by knights; this is a place where you can relive your childhood memories and let your imagination run riot.
In the impressive gatehouse is the castle's original wooden portcullis, an extremely rare example of its kind. Enough of the interior ruins survive to give an impression of castle life. Gruesome and surprising tales can often be heard from our miller, baker and other colourful characters from the past. Plus we have lots of season events throughout the year.
Falconry events at the castle
Try your hand at flying a bird of prey at Bodiam
Hawking lunch : Sat 1 June - 11am to 3pm
Have-a-go-falconry : Sat 15 & Sun 16 June - 11am to 3pm
Fathers' Day lunch : Sun 16 June - 12 noon to 3pm
The birds of prey from the Hawking Centre will be here on the above dates. Advanced booking on 01580 831325 is essential for the lunches but you can book the have-a-go sessions on the day. So why not treat yourself or your dad to a special day out?
Looking forward to summer
Grand Medieval Weekend : Sat 10 & Sun 11 Aug : 10.30am to 5pm
Come and enjoy the spectacle of our grand medieval tournament with jousting, archery and minstrels. Booking line now open on 0844 249 1895 or buy tickets online through the link on our Grand Medieval Weekend event entry on our events page.