Bolton Castle will be re-opening on Saturday 11th July. Mindful of the government guidelines, we have made some changes to our visitor admission and flow around the castle to ensure our visitors can self-distance as much as possible during their time here. Please use the sanitiser as provided and check our new signage throughout your visit. Entry will no longer be routed through... Continue reading
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Due to the current Coronavirus situation, the Bolton Castle team have taken the decision, for the safety of our customers, to temporarily close until further notice. Please follow us on social media and the website and newsletters for updates as they occur. We at Bolton Castle will welcome you back soon. Continue reading
Easter trails for all the family to enjoy. Included in admission charge. Over the Easter weekend (9th – 13th April) there will be egg painting using hard boiled eggs from when we open at 10am. There will be egg rolling competitions in the garden at 2.15pm each day and the winners will receive a prize. There are Easter trails to be enjoyed – can you... Continue reading
Due to to adverse weather conditions today, Monday 24th February 2020 the castle is closed. Continue reading
Due to to adverse weather conditions today, Sunday 16th February 2020 the castle is closed. Continue reading
Our events for Halloween this year were a huge success, with packed out days and nights and some great feedback Halloween Tour This was Fab went on a Halloween tour after dinner.. We had Chicken curry with rice veg samsosa, nan bread with popadoms followed by apple pie and custard with mulled wine, it was a set menu for the night it was fantastic couldn’t... Continue reading
The Hauntings of Bolton Castle Ghost Hunt and Optional Sleepover Book online at https://www.dusktilldawnevents.co.uk/bolton-castle-ghost-hunt-and-optional-sleepover-p-1463.html Once Dusk falls, take the plunge and experience a night of scary ghost hunting inside the formidable and incredibly haunted, Bolton Castle, then settle down for a terrifying, chilling sleepover until the break of Dawn. Bolton Castle, an exclusive location to Dusk Till Dawn Events, was built in the 14th Century... Continue reading
The Hauntings of Bolton Castle Ghost Hunt and Optional Sleepover Book online at https://www.dusktilldawnevents.co.uk/bolton-castle-ghost-hunt-and-optional-sleepover-p-1463.html Once Dusk falls, take the plunge and experience a night of scary ghost hunting inside the formidable and incredibly haunted, Bolton Castle, then settle down for a terrifying, chilling sleepover until the break of Dawn. Bolton Castle, an exclusive location to Dusk Till Dawn Events, was built in the 14th Century... Continue reading
An Evening of Ghostly Tales at Bolton Castle Saturday 26 October to Thursday 31 October 2019 Interested to know more about what goes bump in the night at Bolton Castle and the tales behind such goings-on? If you’d like your Halloween heightened with stories of ghosts and ghouls in the perfect setting for an evening of fun and frights, then our Medieval themed evening at... Continue reading
The Hauntings of Bolton Castle Ghost Hunt and Optional Sleepover Book online at https://www.dusktilldawnevents.co.uk/bolton-castle-ghost-hunt-and-optional-sleepover-p-1463.html Once Dusk falls, take the plunge and experience a night of scary ghost hunting inside the formidable and incredibly haunted, Bolton Castle, then settle down for a terrifying, chilling sleepover until the break of Dawn. Bolton Castle, an exclusive location to Dusk Till Dawn Events, was built in the 14th Century... Continue reading
Saturday 26th to Thursday 31st October (excluding Monday 28th)Daytime from the 20th October to 31st October: Come and enjoy a medieval themed evening at 6pm and find out about the ghosts of Bolton Castle. The evening includes a two course Medieval themed banquet of curry and fruit pie and a drink of mulled wine.in the Great Chamber. There will also be optional additional tours of the... Continue reading
e for a riotous bicycle powered production, filled with magic, musicality and Shakespearean mayhem. At most of our venues, this show will be performed outdoors, so please bring your own chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather! You’ll find more detailed information on each venue when booking. Tickets are on sale now, on the Handlebards website... Continue reading
Captain Savile’s 15th Century Re-enactment Weekend Saturday 29 June and Sunday 30 June 10am to 5pm. Free with admission. This wonderful ‘Living History’ weekend offers visitors a chance to see a fully equipped camp complete with medieval tens and a camp kitchen. Re-enactors carry out the everyday tasks of medieval life such as chopping wood, fetching water, food preparation and, within the castle itself, displays of... Continue reading
Searching for the ideal present for someone? Something a little different? Why not buy them a Bolton Castle Falconry Experience? Join our experienced Falconer and spend a fascinating and informative morning learning about, looking after and flying a variety of beautiful birds of prey. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of falconry and will include plenty of time handling and flying the... Continue reading