July 20, 2019 8:30 pm - July 21, 2019 2:00 am Exclusive Paranormal Investigation at Bolton Castle 20th July 2019 £ 37.00 Exclusive Bolton Castle, Leyburn Date: Saturday 20th July 2019 Start: 20:30 Ends: 02:00 Price: £37.00 Saturday 20 July 8pm to 2am – £37 per person, suitable for teenagers and adults only. Visit www.yorkshireghosthunts.co.uk for more information, but prepare to be enlightened and spooked! BOOK HERE This... Continue reading
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June 30, 2019 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come join Sir John Savile and his retinue as they visit Bolton Castle and see the everyday workings of the household during a visit from the sheriff of Yorkshire. Timetable: 1000 Event opens Sat / Sun church service daily mass 1100 court hearing / roleplay 1130 Inspection of archers (firepower) 1200 lunch 1400 mummers style play 1500 preparing for war / roleplay 1530 Bill... Continue reading
June 29, 2019 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come join Sir John Savile and his retinue as they visit Bolton Castle and see the everyday workings of the household during a visit from the sheriff of Yorkshire. Timetable: 1000 Event opens Sat / Sun church service daily mass 1100 court hearing / roleplay 1130 Inspection of archers (firepower) 1200 lunch 1400 mummers style play 1500 preparing for war / roleplay 1530 Bill... Continue reading
March 24, 2019 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Wedding Fair at Bolton Castle. Find out about our amazing venue for your wedding and the packages we offer. 11 – 3pm Free entry Includes a glass of Prosecco, Canapes and goodie bag. Continue reading
August 17, 2019 12:00 am - August 18, 2019 11:45 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way... Continue reading
May 11, 2019 10:00 am - May 12, 2019 5:00 pm Come and meet the Tudor household of Lord Scrope. Find out about their daily lives and some of the great changes that affected them; join in with some of their activities and see how well you would have fared as a Tudor. Learn more about one of the most famous of the castle’s guests,... Continue reading
October 5, 2019 10:00 am - October 6, 2019 5:00 pm In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Thomas,Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined... Continue reading
July 27, 2019 10:00 am - July 28, 2019 5:00 pm Free with admission. In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be King, later to be known as the War of the Roses, had divided England. Thomas, Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York, and later his son Edward, against King Henry VI of the House of... Continue reading
April 27, 2019 10:00 am - April 28, 2019 5:00 pm Meet the men from the castle’s garrison during the English Civil war. Find out about their lives, their arms and equipment and why they were fighting for the king. Whose side would you have been on? For the majority of 1645, Bolton Castle, held by Lord Scrope for King Charles 1, was put under... Continue reading
April 13, 2019 10:00 am - April 14, 2019 5:00 pm Meet the men from the castle’s garrison during the English Civil war. Find out about their lives, their arms and equipment and why they were fighting for the king. Whose side would you have been on? For the majority of 1645, Bolton Castle, held by Lord Scrope for King Charles 1, was put under... Continue reading
July 7, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Independence Day Burger Bonanza – weather dependent Locally produced burgers cooked on a charcoal bbq, floured bread buns and salad bar, this is not to be missed. Ticket Type Price Cart Continue reading
June 16, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fathers Day Yorkshire Roast, Enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, £9.95 free beer for Dad. Ticket Type Price Cart 16th June 2019 Fathers Day Yorkshire Roast £9.95 Read more Continue reading
March 31, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Enjoy a free glass of fizz for Mum, what’s better on this special day. Ticket Type Price Cart 31st March 2019, Mothers Day Afternoon Tea £12.50 Add to basket Continue reading
February 23, 2019 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Dark skies, A knight under the stars at Bolton Castle, greeted with mulled wine to warm you up on a winters night, as the evening progresses your taste buds will be tingling with cosmic canapes prepared by Fairhursts Catering We’ll have telescopes and binoculars at the ready to take you on an amazing tour of the heavens... Continue reading
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October 7, 2018 12:00 am Concerts at 11am, 2.30pm and 7pm. Full details and tickets – https://www.englishmusicfestival.org.uk/2018-autumn-festival/programme.php Ticket Type Price Cart Continue reading
October 31, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink and 2 course meal- curry, naan and sticky toffee pudding by the log fire. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been... Continue reading
October 30, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink and 2 course meal- curry, naan and sticky toffee pudding by the log fire. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been... Continue reading
October 29, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink and 2 course meal- curry, naan and sticky toffee pudding by the log fire. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been... Continue reading
October 28, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink and 2 course meal- curry, naan and sticky toffee pudding by the log fire. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been... Continue reading
October 27, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink and 2 course meal- curry, naan and sticky toffee pudding by the log fire. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been... Continue reading
August 29, 2018 11:00 am - 4:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one of the training... Continue reading
July 25, 2018 11:00 am - 4:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one of the training... Continue reading
August 16, 2018 11:00 am - 4:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one of the training... Continue reading
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June 24, 2018 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 11am – 3pm Arrive at 11am to enjoy 90 minutes of photography time while a range of birds of prey will fly, pose and perch for you. 12.30 – lunch in the Castle Tea Room Afternoon photography session again with birds not normally seen or flown for the public displays. 3pm Finish Tickets £60 per person to... Continue reading
October 7, 2018 11:00 am - 3:00 pm No admission fee, free goodie bag Canapes and a glass of Prosecco on arrival, come and browse and get ideas from our range of exhibitors while enjoying the beautiful venue of Bolton Castle. Continue reading
April 12, 2018 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come and meet a Royalist officer holding the castle for the king and learn about the castle’s role during the war, the causes of the Conflict, and the major battles that took place. The castle was under siege for 6 months during 1645, finally surrendering on November 5th 1645, having run out of food the garrison were allowed to leave... Continue reading
April 11, 2018 10:30 am - 3:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one of the training... Continue reading
August 16, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle. 7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10... Continue reading
September 9, 2018 10:00 am - 4:00 pm A day of workshops, activities and performances for all the family, as part of the Medieval Music in the Dales festival. Highlights include: Reynard the Fox – epic comedy from the middle ages with Trouvere Medieval Minstrels. Masked mayhem as the animals of the forest come to the castle! Have-a-go at medieval music and dancing with master... Continue reading
August 11, 2018 12:00 am - August 12, 2018 11:45 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way... Continue reading
September 29, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Exclusive Paranormal Investigation at Bolton castle 29th September 2018 Continue reading
October 26, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The evening event on the 26th is full and tickets selling fast for the other nights so book now to avoid disappointment! Join us for a night of horror in Bolton Castle. Ghost stories by candle light, ghostly walks – dare you go to the dungeons? £20 per person to include a themed Halloween welcome drink... Continue reading
October 27, 2018 - October 31, 2018 12:00 am Day time is usual castle hours and there are Halloween themes as well as professional actors around the Castle interacting with the visitors. No additional charge for daytime – usual castle entrance fee. Come and meet the medieval characters that have been brought back to life at Bolton Castle. There are some strange goings on this... Continue reading
October 13, 2018 - October 14, 2018 12:00 am In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined Edward’s army... Continue reading
September 7, 2018 - September 9, 2018 12:00 am The UK’s only festival of medieval music. Bolton Castle comes to life with concerts, workshops, instrument makers, medieval crafts, and a great deal of informal music-making. A Castle full of Music! Please note – normal admission rates to Bolton Castle apply. You can also buy tickets and passes in advance for concerts, workshops and other events,... Continue reading
August 29, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Ticket Type Price Cart Handlebards Romeo and Juliet Wednesday 29th August £15.00 Add to basket Continue reading
August 23, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle. 7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10... Continue reading
August 9, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle. 7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10... Continue reading
August 2, 2018 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Music, ales and merriment with the minstrels in the tavern at Bolton Castle. 7-11pm The Old Kitchen at Bolton Castle is transformed into a medieval tavern for the evening, with roaring fires, ales and wines from the bar, plus medieval music and entertainment from Trouvere Medieval Minstrels and their guests. Ticket includes a light supper. Adults £10... Continue reading
July 21, 2018 8:00 pm - 11:45 pm Book Here Exclusive Paranormal Investigation at Bolton castle 21st July 2018 £ 35.00 Exclusive Bolton Castle, Leyburn Date: Saturday 21st July 2018 Start: 21:00 Ends: 02:30 Price: £35.00 Continue reading
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June 17, 2018 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Treat your Dad and join us at Bolton Castle for a traditional Sunday Roast and local ale. £12.50 per person for 1 course, £14.95 for 2 courses (1 free ale included) Ticket Type Price Cart Fathers Day 1 course £12.50 Add to basket Fathers Day 2 courses £14.95 Add to basket Continue reading
June 16, 2018 9:00 am - June 17, 2018 5:00 pm Living History’s Medieval weekend based around the Battle of Towton 1461 In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against... Continue reading
June 8, 2018 9:00 am - June 10, 2018 5:00 pm The event aims to celebrate our strong local curlew population and raise awareness for their plight across the north of England and globally. All ages and levels of interest and experience are very welcome. Over 600 people visited the castle over the Curlew Festival weekend last year and were able to learn more about... Continue reading
April 7, 2018 9:00 am - April 8, 2018 6:00 pm Come and meet the Tudor household of Lord Scrope. Find out about their daily lives and some of the great changes that affected them; join in with some of their activities and see how well you would have fared as a Tudor. Learn more about one of the most famous of the castle’s guests,... Continue reading
March 30, 2018 - April 15, 2018 12:00 am Throughout the 2 week Easter holidays we are running Easter Trails at Bolton Castle! The Easter Bunny has lost his carrots in the gardens while he has been delivering the eggs inside the Castle. Can you find all 11 carrots and collect each letter attached and unscramble them to make a well known Easter phrase. Each correct... Continue reading
March 25, 2018 11:00 am - 3:00 pm No admission fee, free goodie bag Canapes and a glass of Prosecco on arrival, come and browse and get ideas from our range of exhibitors while enjoying the beautiful venue of Bolton Castle. Continue reading
March 11, 2018 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Treat your Mum and enjoy a glass of fizz, Smoked Salmon, Homemade Tartlet, Cakes and warm Scones. What could be better on this special day £12.50 per ticket – or call Bolton Castle Tea Room Ticket Type Price Cart Mothers Day Afternoon Tea 11th March £12.50 Add to basket Continue reading
February 17, 2018 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sold Out 17th February 2018 Dark skies evening with Richard Darn Enjoy a night under the stars with canapés, mulled cider and warm drinks on a winter night at Bolton castle Ticket Type Price Cart 17th February 2018 Dark skies evening with Richard Darn £10.00 Read more Continue reading
February 13, 2018 10:30 am - February 14, 2018 3:30 pm For boys and girls from 7 years and above who want to train to be a Knight of Bolton Castle. An appropriate uniform will be provided for your two hours training and will include: Learning courtly manners Serving at the table Dancing Trying on armour Handling weapons A spear drill Archery Choose from one... Continue reading
April 13, 2018 8:30 pm - April 14, 2018 2:00 am This Exclusive venue Bolton Castle is just a great place to investigate. Dating back to 1378 by Richard, 1st baron Scrope of Bolton and is an example of a quadrangluar castle. In 1536 John, 8th Baron Scrope supported the pilgrimage of grace rebellion against religious reforms of King Henry VIII and gave Adam Sedbar,... Continue reading
September 23, 2017 7:00 pm - 10:45 pm Yorkshire dales are celebrating local produce 23rd – 30th September 2017 We are taking this opportunity to show case some of the countrys best game we have at our disposal. Finale dinner in Bolton Castles famous old kitchen with a talk about the grouse and game moors from Tom Orde-Powlett. Canapés and fizz Bolton estate grouse rillettes,... Continue reading
October 27, 2017 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm A night of horror in bolton castle, Ghost stories, walks in the dark the dungeons, Candle light and and log fire will help you find your way in to some of the castle most secret places. Dinner is included in the ticket menu will include Creepy chicken tikka curry Cob web vegetable curry Served with spider naan... Continue reading
August 20, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way to take the... Continue reading
September 15, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined Edward’s army somewhere... Continue reading
September 14, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm In 1461 a family feud over who had the right to be king, later to be known as The War of the Roses, had divided England. Lord Scrope, owner of Bolton Castle, supported Richard, Duke of York and later his son, Edward, against King Henry V1 of the House of Lancaster. He has joined Edward’s army somewhere... Continue reading
September 7, 2017 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Enjoy an unforgettable evening of feasting and entertainment in the Great Chamber of Bolton Castle. Music, merriment, roaring fires, and delicious food in a stunning setting. Tickets £48 Click here for full details and tickets: or ring 07931 357 618 or email medievalmusicinthedales@gmail.com Continue reading
August 20, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way to take the... Continue reading
August 19, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The year is 1588. The Spanish Armada has been sighted in the channel, and an English fleet has sailed to meet them. The castle garrison is on full alert although there is no news of how the battle is going. Have the invaders been defeated, or is a Spanish army already on its way to take the... Continue reading
July 9, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come and meet Lord Scrope’s medieval household. Spend a day with them, join in their daily lives and some of the challenges they faced, as well as their pleasures and hopes. Dress up, see how they cooked, ate and managed their lives upstairs and downstairs. Bolton Castle was regarded as the heights of luxury when it was... Continue reading
July 8, 2017 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come and meet Lord Scrope’s medieval household. Spend a day with them, join in their daily lives and some of the challenges they faced, as well as their pleasures and hopes. Dress up, see how they cooked, ate and managed their lives upstairs and downstairs. Bolton Castle was regarded as the heights of luxury when it was... Continue reading
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