Restormel Castle, Lostwithiel (Cornwall)
13th century Restormel Castle offers a fascinating day out.
Summary
- 13th century buildings (or older)
- No smoking
- Free public car parking (nearby)
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Food and Drinks
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Introduction
13th century Restormel Castle offers a fantastic day out. Take a step back in time in this once lavish venue for the Duke and his guests. Let your imagination take you across the deep, dry moat to the circular keep with views over the surrounding countryside. It commands fantastic views and is a favourite picnic spot.
History to the present day
The great 13th-century circular shell-keep of Restormel still encloses the principal rooms of the castle in remarkably good condition. It stands on an earlier Norman mound surrounded by a deep dry ditch, atop a high spur beside the River Fowey. Twice visited by the Black Prince, it finally saw action during the Civil War in 1644.
Other facilities
Toilets: Not adapted. Shop: Level access.
Refreshments: Snack kiosk. Picnics welcome in grounds.
Access to castle: The ground floor, from which the layout of the castle can be appreciated, is mainly grass and gravel. The battlements are cobbled and reached via a wooden staircase which is slippery when wet.
Grounds: All accessible on smooth level grass. The sloping lawns are slippery when wet.
Parking: 200m from entrance; 3 steps on path although alternative access available via a ramp by prior arrangement.
Visually Impaired Visitors: There is a sheer drop to the moat area from the grounds.
Arrival information and how to find us
Address: Restormel Castle, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, , United Kingdom
Address: Restormel Castle is located north of Lostwithiel, off Restormel Road.
9 miles north-east of St Austell, on the A390.
Road Access: Located 1 1⁄2 miles N of Lostwithiel, off A390
Train Access: Lostwithiel 1 1⁄2 miles
Bus Access: First Truronian T24 then 1 1/2 mile walk.
Opening Times:
April to March
1 Apr-30 Jun 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Jul-31 Aug 10am-6pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-30 Sep 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Oct-1 Nov 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Nov-31 Mar Closed
2011 Prices:
Adult: £3.40
Children: £2.00 (5-15 years)
Concession: £3.10
Photographs courtesy of English Heritage Photo Library.
