Bodiam 100: Community Celebration Weekend at Bodiam Castle
Join a once in a generation celebration weekend at Bodiam Castle, completely free for all. Marking 100 years of National Trust care, everyone is invited to explore and enjoy what makes this remarkable castle so special.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Everyone is welcome to join in the fun with this once in a generation celebration weekend at Bodiam Castle. In celebration of the National Trust caring for the castle for 100 years, the National Trust are inviting everyone to come in free of charge to experience for themselves what makes Bodiam Castle so special.
Explore the grounds and castle and discover medieval re-enactments, theatrical shows, armour displays, music, community art, archaeology finds, storytelling, history talks, moat tours with costumed guides, new historical displays and even a late-night bat walk* (*this event is bookable).
You are invited to bring a picnic with you and enjoy the day with your family and friends. Or treat yourself to a coffee, ice cream, delicious lunch or cream tea from the Wharf Tea-room. Take home with you a limited edition for 2026 ‘Bodiam 100’ pin badge.
Find out about how the National Trust is continuing to invest in Bodiam Castle through the brand-new interpretation project, ‘The Keys to the Castle’, which brings the historical people and stories of the castle to life in playful and engaging ways.
Bodiam 100: Community Celebration weekend and ‘The Keys to the Castle’ have been made possible thanks to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September 2026
10am to 5pm
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Step free route accessible for wheelchair users. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle
- Suitability for children
Suitable for all ages.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- Other
Booking is not necessary. Car parking spaces cannot be reserved and will be allocated on a first come first served basis; thank you for your understanding. There are no admission charges for this event as it is part of Heritage Open Days.
Upcoming events
How to Train Your Dragon: How to be a Pirate trail
Set off on a swashbuckling adventure with young Viking Hiccup and his dragon Toothless as they take on the Pirate Training Programme.
Summer of Play at Bodiam Castle
Summer of Play returns to Bodiam Castle with a season packed full of fun, imagination and adventure.
Have-a-go archery at Bodiam Castle
Discover your hidden talents and try your hand at archery.
Summer Storytelling Sessions
Be enchanted by tales of dragons, knights, and castles.