Moat tour with a costumed medieval character
Take an immersive tour with a costumed medieval character and learn more about Bodiam Castle.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Take a tour around the moat and hear about when and why Bodiam Castle was built, its setting within the landscape, and who lived at the castle. Make your way around the moat path with a friendly guide in character and listen as they pause to show and tell you more about this magnificent medieval building.
Selected Fridays, April–October, 12.15pm and 2.15pm.
Tours are volunteer led and dates and times may occasionally change – please check at visitor reception when you arrive.
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
Step free route accessible for wheelchair users. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle
- Meeting point
Meet at the end of the bridge.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- Other
This open-air activity is weather dependent, and occasionally may need to be changed or cancelled at short notice. Occasionally at busy times the group size for each tour may need to be limited, on a first come first served basis.
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