The gift shop is full of traditional toys and books for children, tempting treats, accessories for the home and stunning souvenirs. Bolton Castle is the perfect place to find a present or memento of your holiday in the Dales. Bolton is one of the country’s best preserved medieval castles.
OPENING TIMES 2014 Open daily 10am-5pm from 15th February until 2nd November 2014 (4pm close in February and March).
THE ULTIMATE MEDIEVAL EXPERIENCE FALCONRY DISPLAYS Meet our magnificent Birds of Prey and experience incredible flying displays set against the spectacular backdrop of the Castle and beautiful Wensleydale.
WILD BOAR FEEDING & TALK Experience the excitement of Wild Boar feeding time! Learn more about these fascinating animals and help us feed them.
ARCHERY DEMONSTRATIONS Learn more about archery in sport, hunting and warfare during our Medieval Archery talks. Children can have a go with our authentic longbow.
Due to filming taking place in February and March the daily timetable may be subject to change and access to certain areas may be limited. We will also close early for weddings on some Saturdays (inc. 26th April & 10th May) – our last entry will be at 1pm and we will close at 2pm.
ADMISSION CHARGES Castle, Gardens and Grounds Adults: £8.50 Concessions (Over 60s, Students & Children aged 5-18): £7.00 Family Ticket (2 adults & up to 3 concessions, must include at least 1 child): £30.00
Gardens Only Adults: £3.00 Concessions (Over 60s, Students & Children aged 5-18): £2.00 Family Ticket (2 adults & up to 3 concessions, must include at least 1 child): £10.00 SEASON TICKETS AVAILABLE
As featured on ITV1’s “The Dales”
Dogs are welcome in the car park, however, we regret that they are not allowed in the Castle or Gardens.
Access
10:30 Archery Demonstration (Courtyard) 11:00 Owl Display (Courtyard)
Falconry
14:00 Flying Display (Garden)
Please be aware that in poor weather conditions the falconry experience may be limited, in the interests of the birds’ welfare.
15:00 Archery Demonstration (Courtyard)
THE ULTIMATE MEDIEVAL EXPERIENCE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be aware that the castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and is not easily accessible for those with reduced mobility as spiral stairs and uneven surfaces exist throughout the building and grounds. Please see our website for a full access statement.
DAILY EVENTS
Bolton Castle
15:30 Owl Display (Courtyard)
NEW FOR 2014
16:30 Wild Boar Feeding Time (Boar Park)
EXCITING NEW FLYING DISPLAYS • HISTORY TO GO APP
New for 2014 NEW FLYING DISPLAYS Our flying displays will become even more spectacular this season as we welcome new birds to our flying team and move our display ground.
NEW CHILDREN’S ILLUSTRATED INFORMATION BOARDS Attractive, colourful and interesting new information boards for children will help them learn more about life in a medieval castle.
Bolton Castle, Near Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 4ET Telephone: 01969 623981 | Fax: 01969 623332 info@boltoncastle.co.uk | www.boltoncastle.co.uk
www.boltoncastle.co.uk