Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5UA Telephone: 01580 830196
One of the most famous and evocative castles in Britain, Bodiam was built in 1385, as both a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete and the ramparts rise dramatically above the moat. Enough of the interior survives to give an impression of castle life. There are spiral staircases and battlements to explore, and wonderful views of the Rother Valley from the top of the towers. In the impressive gatehouse is the castle's original wooden portcullis, an extremely rare example of its kind
Don't miss
Explore the courtyard and battlements and imagine medieval castle life.
Meet real castle characters on selected dates throughout the year.
Discover Bodiam's story through a superb film and exhibition.
Making the most of your day
Exciting events programme ¿ from mid February challenge to Santa's Christmas Grotto, with open-air theatre and 'The Grand Medieval weekend'. Activities for all the family daily through August. Dogs welcome on leads in grounds only
Opening times
02-Jan - 07-Feb-10
11 - 4
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13-Feb - 31-Oct-10
10:30 - 5
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03-Nov - 23-Dec-10
11 - 4
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13 February to 31 October, gift shop and tea-room close at 5 most days but at 5:30 during school summer holidays. Entrance to castle 400 yards from car park. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): adult £6.40 (£5.80), child £3.20 (£2.90), family £17 (£15). Reduced rate when arriving by cycle, on public transport or for visitors arriving via Kent and East Sussex Railway; stations at Tenterden, Northiam and Bodiam
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Places nearby
Bateman's
Scotney Castle
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Smallhythe Place
Guidebook
To find out more about Bodiam Castle buy the guide before you visit
