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 countrys 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 ITV1s 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 CHILDRENS 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

GARDENS
The Castle gardens have been restored along medieval lines
and include a well-stocked herb garden, rose garden, walled
vineyard, bowling green and maze as well as the birds of prey
on their weathering ground and our bee observation hive
(seasonal). Children will love finding the centre of the maze or
trying our Garden activity trails.

HISTORY

Bolton is one of the countrys best preserved medieval castles.

It is situated in the heart of Wensleydale with stunning views
over the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Bolton Castle played a significant role, both locally and

nationally, in many of the most important political and
religious events between the 14th and 17th Century, including:

Completed in 1399 by Sir Richard Le

Scrope (Chancellor of England to Richard
II), its scars bear testament to over 600
years of fascinating history.

Involvement in the Pilgrimage of Grace

Mary Queen of Scots six month imprisonment here
Royalist stronghold in the Civil War with a six month siege.

Amazingly over one third of the rooms

remain fully intact and, with the restored
medieval gardens and maze, provide
fantastic all weather entertainment for
the whole family.

The castle remains in the private ownership of the direct

descendants of Sir Richard Le Scrope, who first built it.
Our new Castle timeline and Family Tree information boards will
allow visitors to learn more about the family history including:
how Sir Richard Le Scrope may have been Chaucers Knight

Top: View South towards Penhill. Above: The Great Chamber.

Below: History in action in Mary Queen of Scots Bedchamber.

TEA ROOM
Situated in the the beautiful and atmospheric Guest Hall, our
tea room serves a selection of homemade and locally produced
hot meals, soups, sandwiches, snacks and freshly baked cakes.
Afternoon tea is served from 2:30pm and our Yorkshire Tapas
board is always a popular choice with visitors. Experience a
friendly welcome and excellent service in the castles impressive
Guest Hall, where visitors have enjoyed hospitality for over six
hundred years.
Large groups please book in advance.

GIFT SHOP
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.

where the Scrope family were mentioned in William

Shakespeares Henry IV, Henry V and Richard III
when Archbishop Scrope, nephew of Sir Richard,
was executed by Henry IV and almost canonised

HIGHLIGHTS FOR CHILDREN

Medieval nursery filled with period toys and games to play

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2014

Tudor Life Weekend*

Try your hand at calligraphy

Medieval costumes, loan included in admission
Fantastic childrens trails and activity books
Childrens outdoor activity rucksacks
Can you find the centre of the maze?
Feed the boar
Have a go at archery
See our friendly Wensleydale sheep

Saturday 15th - Sunday 16th February (10am-4pm)

Living history event

Under Siege*

WEDDINGS
The Castle has Civil Wedding, Drinks
and Entertainments licences and
provides a spectacular and unique
setting to celebrate your special day.
Please contact the castle for a wedding
brochure or to arrange a viewing.

SCHOOL ACTIVITY DAYS

We are now offering an exciting range of opportunities for
schools and groups of young people to visit Bolton Castle and
learn more about what castle life was really like.
Different options for school visits include full activity days,
themed guided tours, and teacher led activities.
New for 2014: Learn about Medieval and Tudor Music and
Dance with our wonderful new workshops provided by the
fantastic Trouvere minstrels.

GROUP VISITS AND PACKAGES

We offer a discounted rate on admission for groups of 15 people
or more. Groups can explore the castle by themselves or book
a private guided tour with one of our excellent guides at an
additional charge of 2.00 a head. Group visits must be booked
in advance to receive the discount.

EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES
FOR VOLUNTEERS
Join the Friends of Bolton Castle and enjoy the unique
opportunity to help bring this incredible castle back to life!
Please contact Katie at katie.boggis@boltoncastle.co.uk for
information on any of the above.

Make a galleon, design a helmet and more

Spanish Armada Weekend*

Saturday 30th - Sunday 31st August (10am-5pm)

Sunday 30th March (12-3pm)

Afternoon tea with glass of Prosecco. 12.50, BA

Meet the household as they prepare for invasion

Eggcellent Easter!*

Friday 26th September (from 7:30pm)

Wars of the Roses*

55 per person. Only one

person per experience.

A Spanish Invasion*

Mothers Day Special Afternoon Tea

Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th May (10am-5pm)

Trouvere present their musical instrumentarium!

Join our experienced

Falconer and spend an
incredible morning learning
about looking after and flying
these beautiful birds. This
is a fantastic opportunity to
learn the basics of falconry
and will include plenty of time
handling and flying the birds.

Monday 4th - Friday 8th August &

Monday 11th - Friday 15th August (10am-5pm)

Monday 18th - Friday 22nd August &

Monday 25th - Friday 29th August (10am-5pm)

Friday 14th March (from 7:30pm)

Join us to celebrate St Patricks Day in style
20 (includes two course meal), BE

Medieval Music and Dance*

HALF DAY
FALCONRY
EXPERIENCE

A Captive Queen!*

St Patricks Day Party

Saturday 19th April (from 7:30pm)

Celebrate St Georges Day in style at Bolton Castle
20 (including 2 course meal), BE

35 for 2 people.

Discover all about military life in the early 1300s

With jewellery making, costume collages and more

St Georges Day Party

Spend an hour walking in the beautiful surrounding countryside

with our wonderful Harris Hawk flying to and from your fist.

Saturday 26th - Sunday 27th July (10am-5pm)

Monday 17th - Friday 21st February (10am-4pm)

With educational craft activities, games and trails

Monday 7th April Monday 21st April (10am-5pm)

Enjoy Easter egg hunts and Easter crafts

HAWK WALK

Tournee*

Monday 26th - Friday 30th May (10am-5pm)

With craft activities, games and trails

Medieval Banquet
Experience an authentic Medieval banquet
25 (including 3 course meal) BE

Draculas Ghost
Friday 17th October (from 7:30pm)
The Best Cellar Theatre Company presents Draculas Ghost.
Adults: 10, Children: 8 BA
Pre theatre meals available from 5:30pm BA

Medieval Life Weekend*

Saturday 18th - Sunday 19th October (10am-5pm)
Living History Event

Medieval Murder Mystery

Medieval Life Weekend*

with The Chuffing Theatre Company

Saturday 7th - Sunday 8th June (10am-5pm)

Living history event

Saturday 25th October (Departs Bedale 6:30pm)

Tickets: 35, Call Wensleydale Railway on 08454 50 54 74

Fathers Day Sunday Lunch

Ghost Tour and Spooky Supper

Sunday 15th June (12-3:30pm)

Sunday roast with local beer for Dad. 12.50, BA

Thurs 30th October (from 6pm)

The Comedy of Errors

20 (includes 2 course meal and tour), BE

Tuesday 1st July (from 7:30pm)

The Handlebards return to perform Shakespeares famous comedy.
Tickets: Adults 12, Children 10, BA

Halloween Party

Tour de Farce

Spooky Spectacular!

Friday 4th July (from 6:30pm)

Murder Mystery with The Chuffing Theatre Company. 25, BE

Birds, Boar and Bees*

Monday 21st - Friday 25th July &
Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August (10am-5pm)
Enjoy bird, boar and bee activities, games and trails

Join us for a harrowing ghost tour of Bolton Castle

Friday 31st October (from 7:30pm)

Join us for our Halloween party. 10, BA
Monday 27th Friday 31st October (10am-5pm)*
With spooky activities, trails and games

KEY
*Normal Admission charges Apply
BA: Booking Advised, BE: Booking Essential.