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Mock-Gothic castle sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere with turrets, towers and informal grounds

More about this place

Two people cycle in front of Wray Castle, Cumbria

Travelling to Wray Castle  

There are lots of ways to travel to Wray Castle, including boat and bike. We turn cars away, so to avoid disappointment please consider our green methods of transport, which make up an exciting part of your day out.

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Things to see and do

Family carving pumpkin at Wray Castle

Things to do with the kids this autumn  

Here are our autumn and half-term highlights for a great day out at Wray Castle.

Children playing in the Peter Rabbit Adventure at Wray Castle, Cumbria

Inside the world of Wray 

You'll be surprised by what you find within the walls of Wray Castle. And if you're around at opening and closing time you might just see our portcullis in action.

Young girl in exploring Wray Castle grounds,

Explore outside 

There's so much to see and do in this natural adventure playground. ​Make a visit to Wray Castle even more exciting and arrive at the grounds by boat.

Rangers building the treehouse in the grounds of Wray Castle Play Video
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If you go down to the woods today...

Have you discovered the new treehouse, or 'treecastle' in our grounds? After you submitted your ideas, our rangers have been working hard to complete this recent project, to make our outdoor play area even more of an adventure.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Make A Spooky Spider

Sat 01 Oct 2016
14:00-15:00
Come and help us make spooky spiders to decorate our giant web in time for Halloween!

Besom Making

Mon 24 Oct 2016
10:30-15:30
Come and join our rangers to make your very own besom using traditional woodland methods and local materials.

Pumpkin Carving

Mon 24 Oct 2016
12:30-13:30
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin!

Hard Hat Tours

Sat 05 Nov 2016
13:00-14:00
Have you ever wanted to peek beyond the locked doors and venture up the out of bounds staircases? Well this is for you! Explore behind the scenes at this quirky Victorian Castle by joining one of our 'Hard Hat Tours'.
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Eating

Cake for sale in café, Cumbria

A bite to eat 

We have lots of sweet treats and tasty savoury delights on offer at the Castle. Indulge in something while you're here - just like knights of old!

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Shopping

Young girl in National Trust gift shop

Take home a keepsake 

Pick up a reminder of your visit to Wray Castle from our on-site shop - budding archers could even leave with their first bow under their belts.

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Places to stay

Summer House holiday cottage near Wray Castle, Cumbria

Places to stay at Wray Castle 

Extend your stay in the Lakes and make Wray and its surroundings your base. There's a choice of B&B, self-catering or camping nearby.

Waterfront pitches at Low Wray

Low Wray Campsite 

Low Wray campsite nestles on the western shoreline of Lake Windermere and is an ideal location for families who want to combine outdoor activities with visits to local attractions.

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Our work

South Lakes volunteers Neil and Lesley get stuck in to some dry-stone walling, Cumbria

Read Neil and Lesley's volunteer story 

We're very lucky to be joined by lots of volunteers who help us care for the special places you love. Neil and Lesley have been volunteering with us for 12 months and have loved every minute of it...take it from them!

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