Richmond Castle, Richmond (North York Moors)

Richmond Castle is among the oldest Norman stone fortresses in Britain.

Summary

13th century buildings (or older)

Food and Drinks

Picnic area

Introduction

Breathtakingly sited above the River Swale, Richmond Castle is among the oldest Norman stone fortresses in Britain and a perfect family day out in Yorkshire. An interactive exhibition and a tranquil garden illuminate the castle’s 900 year history, from the legends of King Arthur, to the castle's part in WWI.

History to the present day

Breathtakingly sited on a rocky promontory above the River Swale, the great castle of Richmond is among the oldest Norman stone fortresses in Britain, begun in the decades after the Conquest.

The castle's story is told in an interactive display exploring Richmond's nine centuries of development, and is woven into the contemporary Cockpit Garden, created to reflect the stronghold's history and architecture.