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Heritage Open Days at Bodiam Castle

Enjoy free entry to this 14th century moated castle and glimpse medieval splendour.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Make the most of this nationwide celebration of heritage with FREE entry for two days in September. If you’ve never visited before, this is the ideal time to plan a day trip to Bodiam Castle and find out why it is one of the most visited attractions in the South East.

Sunday 14 September & Tuesday 16 September

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.

Accessibility

The towers are accessible by steep staircases. Not wheelchair accessible. Other parts of the site are accessible (see access statement on our website).

Other

Standard parking fees of £5 per car apply for non-members.

Upcoming events

How to Train Your Dragon trail at Bodiam Castle 

Join Hiccup and Toothless the dragon on an adventure around Bodiam Castle!

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on
16 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times

Pooch Passport at Bodiam Castle 

Pooch passport is back! Explore new places with your furry friend until 28 February 2026. Find out more about the scheme and discover dog-friendly places to explore together.

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on
16 Sep to 30 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 14 other dates or times

Bodiam Castle tour 

Discover the story of Bodiam Castle and the people who built, lived and worked in it through the ages.

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on
16 Sep to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:15 to 14:15
+ 26 other dates or times

September Storytelling Sessions 

Be enchanted by tales of dragons, knights, and castles.

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on
20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
11:30 to 14:30
+ 1 other date or time