A castle full of stories — make one yours. From family days out to your perfect wedding, educational trips, historic and garden tours you will find a raft of sights and sounds which bring the castle to life and make for a truly memorable day.
Daily activities
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Medieval Games
Experience the Middle Ages with historical re-enactment groups. Medieval games, weaponry, cooking, combat and fashion will no longer be a mystery!
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Bird of Prey Display
Witness magnificent flying displays from our Hawks and Owls and experience the incredible sight of our falcon swooping to the lure against the spectacular backdrop of the Castle.
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Archery Demonstration
Join our intrepid re-enactor and experienced archer who will be showing visitors how to handle a bow and protect yourself from marauding hoards!
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Wild Boar Feeding
Experience the excitement of Wild Boar feeding time and learn more about archery in sport, hunting and warfare during our Medieval Archery talks.
What’s on
22 July
Knight’s School
If you are aged 7 or above, come and join us at Bolton Castle’s knight’s school. For three hours, you…
10:00 am
30 July
Knight’s School
If you are aged 7 or above, come and join us at Bolton Castle’s knight’s school. For three hours, you…
10:00 am
4–6 August
Mary Queen of Scots Family Event
Mary Queen of Scots and her ladies in waiting are back again this year to entertain our visitors. Bringing the…
11am