Sizergh, nr Kendal, Cumbria LA8 8AE Telephone: 015395 60951
Beautiful medieval house, extended in Elizabethan times, surrounded by rich gardens and estate in Cumbria's special limestone country
Exceptional series of oak-panelled rooms culminating in the Inlaid Chamber
Portraits, fine furniture accumulated over centuries on display
Garden includes ponds, lake and a superb rock garden
Many walks from the castle to dramatic viewpoints over Morecambe Bay to the Lake District fells
Still inhabited by the Strickland family by whom it was built in the Middle Ages
What's new this year
The exterior of the house, including previously hidden architectural detail, has been restored to its former glory following a two-year building project. Limited guided tours
Opening arrangements
Castle
15 Mar–1 Nov 09
12--5*
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Su
Garden
15 Mar–1 Nov 09
11–5
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Su
Café/shop
1 Feb–8 Mar 09
11–4
Sa
Su
16 Feb–20 Feb 09
11–4
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
15 Mar–1 Nov 09
11–5
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Su
7 Nov–31 Jan 10
11–4
Sa
Su
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*Access to house by guided tour only between 12 and 1. Free flow begins at 1. At very busy times admission may be by timed ticket. Last admission 30 minutes before closing
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £7.50 (£6.80), child £3.80 (£3.45), family £18.80 (£17.05), family (1 adult & up to 3 children) £11.30 (£10.25). Groups (£6.40). Garden only: £4.90 (£4.45), child £2.50 (£2.25). Groups (£4.15). Reduced rate when arriving by cycle or public transport
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Trust
properties nearby
Arnside and Silverdale
Fell Foot Park
Townend
Guidebook
To find out more about Sizergh Castle and Garden buy the guide before you visit
Download the list of pictures on display here (PDF)
