Beautiful Warwick Castle architecture
The mighty towers of Warwick Castle date back to the 12th Century and are some of the best examples of medieval architecture in Britain.
Explore the towers including Caesar’s Tower, the tallest in the castle, which stands as tall as 10 double decker buses, and visit The Gaol, the castle’s original dungeon, to see graffiti left by prisoners hundreds of years ago.
To experience the castle in all its glory, take a free daily tour of the grand interiors, see the beautiful State Rooms, learn the secrets of the Grand Hall and bask in the tranquil atmosphere of the Chapel.
The Princess Tower
Visit the Princess Tower and step into a fairy tale, meet a princess and see a Royal Wedding being planned! Perfect for little princesses, the Princess Tower is included in your ticket – just book a time slot when you arrive at the castle.
Warwick Castle Gardens and playground
Surrounding the castle are 64 acres of parkland landscaped by “England’s greatest gardener”, Capability Brown. Wander along the serene banks of the River Avon, visit the fragrant Victorian rose garden and say hello to the stunning peacocks who are free to roam the castle grounds!
In the summer, you’ll find daily jousting tournaments and bird of prey displays in the gardens – check the schedule when you arrive at the castle. And for kids, there is a large playground to explore and conquer – designed as a mini fortress and perfect for little ones to explore.
One of the most fascinating facts about the Warwick Castle Gardens is that it is home the worlds most powerful working catapult. This magnificent structure stands at a colossal 59 feet and weighs just under 24 tonnes. It can launch projectiles over 800 feets making it perfect for prortecting Warwick Castle.
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