Name: Boston Castle and Park
Rating: 5.0

Boston Castle and Park

Boston Castle, Rotherham S60 2BD, UK

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Boston Castle to find out about the Earl of Effingham and the building of Boston Castle. The Castle is a square, two storey building, standing on one of the highest points in Rotherham. Boston Castle was as a hunting lodge by the Earl of Effingham in 1775. It acquired the name Boston Castle to commemorate the Boston Tea Party.

Boston Castle is now a small visitor attraction with historical information and displays on the history of the Castle, an interactive touch screen, and children’s costumes and games. There is also access on request to a Roof Top viewing platform for visitors to enjoy expansive views of Rotherham and Sheffield. Boston Park covers just over eight hectares and is situated at the end of Boston Castle Grove. At the side of the park is Canklow Woods, an ancient woodland area.

If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Come and visit Boston Castle to find out about the Earl of Effingham and the building of Boston Castle. The Castle is a square, two storey building, standing on one of the highest points in Rotherham.
Boston Castle was as a hunting lodge by the Earl of Effingham in 1775. It acquired the name Boston Castle to commemorate the Boston Tea Party. Boston Castle is now a small visitor attraction with historical information and displays on the history of the Castle, an interactive touch screen, and children’s costumes and games.
There is also access on request to a Roof Top viewing platform for visitors to enjoy expansive views of Rotherham and Sheffield.
Boston Park covers just over eight hectares and is situated at the end of Boston Castle Grove. At the side of the park is Canklow Woods, an ancient woodland area.
Boston Park was Rotherham’s first public park, and was opened on the 4 July 1876 to mark the centenary of the American Independence.
The park was originally laid out with extensive gardens, a cricket ground, a bowling and croquet lawn and an open area for gymnastics. Today the park still boasts an attractive garden area and a large open area for informal recreation. It is also well used by visitors for walking.

Facilities

Wi-Fi: WIFI is available in addition to a range of equipment and refreshments.

What to see

Events:

Daily Libraries Rhyme Time: Date: 8th October 2025. Rotherham Libraries’ Bookstart Rhymetime is for babies and preschoolers. Join us to share stories, rhymes and songs, both old and new. Free entry, no booking required.
Daily Mini melodies: Mini Melodies engages children up to five through music and creative movement. Date: 8th October 2025.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.rotherham.gov.uk/events

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Boston Castle is open from April to September:
Tuesdays - Wednesday, Saturday - Sundays: Opening times are 11am to 3pm. Last admission is at 2:45pm.

Address: Boston Castle, Rotherham S60 2BD, UK

Post Code: S60 2BD

Council: Rotherham

County: South Yorkshire

Location: Boston Castle, Rotherham S60 2BD.