Tattershall Castle

Important notice -

We're working hard to reopen many of our places where it is safe to do so, however Tattershall Castle is closed.

Magnificent 15th century red brick castle - what wealth and power looks like

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Visiting information for this winter

In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.

Tattershall Castle

Things to see and do

Tattershall Castle Lincolnshire

Tattershall Castle Archaeology Walk

Put on your walking boots to explore the hidden history of the former home of the Treasurer to King Henry VI. You can still enjoy this walk while the Castle and grounds are closed as the walk doesn't involve the areas that are not yet open to visitors.

Start your archaeology adventure

Tattershall Castle

History

The history of Tattershall Castle in a nutshell

Tattershall Castle is an extraordinary historic site in Lincolnshire that shows evidences from the early Medieval to present. The red brick tower, together with the guardhouse, the moat walls, the stables and the kitchen ruins are grade I listed buildings. They all come from different ages and have different stories.

Widened, wet and war-like – the History of the moats at Tattershall

Tattershall Castle is embraced by a double moat that made the way to the inner ward a trail through bridges and gatehouses. Its outline has changed through centuries, it has been filled and excavated and its purpose certainly changed but has always been a fundamental part of the site.