Bodiam, nr Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5UA Telephone: 01580 830196
Perfect example of a late medieval moated castle
One of Britain's most famous and evocative castles
Medieval battlements, ramparts and moat to explore
Try on armour (on selected days in school holidays)
Wonderful views across an archaeology-rich landscape
What's new this year
Completely refurbished museum with new displays that put the castle in its context. New interpretation at the medieval harbour site
Bodiam Castle is often used by education groups in term time. The only WC is located in the car park, 400yds from the castle entrance
Opening arrangements
Castle
1 Feb–15 Feb 08
10:30–4
Sa
Su
16 Feb–31 Oct 08
10:30–6
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
1 Nov–31 Jan 09
10:30–4
Sa
Su
Shop/tea-room
1 Feb–15 Feb 08
10:30–4
Sa
Su
16 Feb–31 Oct 08
10:30–5
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
1 Nov–24 Dec 08
10:30–4
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
27 Dec–31 Jan 09
10:30–4
Sa
Su
KEY: Dark blue=open
Last admission into castle 1hr before closing. Castle closes dusk if earlier than stated. 30 & 31 Aug: historical re-enactment. Additional admission charge may apply
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £5.20 (£4.60), child £2.60 (£2.30), family £13 (£11.50). Groups (£4.40), child (£2.20). Reduced rate when arriving by cycle, on public transport or for visitors arriving via Kent and East Sussex Railway; stations at Tenterden and Northiam
Trust
properties nearby
Bateman's
Scotney Castle
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Smallhythe Place
Guidebook
To find out more about Bodiam Castle buy the guide before you visit
