Bodiam Castle tour
Discover the story of Bodiam Castle and the people who built, lived and worked in it through the ages.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Courtyard tour:
Discover the story of Bodiam Castle and the people who built, lived and worked in it through the ages. Hear an introduction to the history of the castle and the knight who built it on a volunteer-led tour.
Selected Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, April–October, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2.15pm.
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Moat tour with a costumed medieval character:
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.
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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
- Suitability
Courtyard tour: suitable for adults. Moat tour: suitable for all ages.
- Meeting point
Courtyard tour: meet in the castle courtyard. Moat tour: meet at the end of the bridge.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- Accessibility
Step free route accessible for wheelchair users. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle
- 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.
Upcoming events
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.
How to Train Your Dragon trail at Bodiam Castle
Join Hiccup and Toothless the dragon on an adventure around Bodiam Castle!
September Storytelling Sessions
Be enchanted by tales of dragons, knights, and castles.
Bat Walk at Bodiam Castle
Head out around the castle parkland after hours to try out a bat detector and learn more about this extraordinary nocturnal flying mammal’s world.